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January 4, 2021 | Volume 37 | Issue 1 View Issue | View PDF

Winter 2020 Issue of From the Grove Available Online, 2020-2021 California Avocado Release Dates Available, California Weed Science Society Hosts Virtual Annual Conference, Marketing Dashboard Reports on Key Performance Indicators for 2020-21

December 16, 2020 | Volume 36 | Issue 24 View Issue | View PDF

2021 California Crop Estimate and Harvest Projections Released, CalOSHA COVID-19 Emergency Regulation in Effect, Avocado Decision Support Tools Analysis Available, California Avocado Recipes and Photography Encourage Consumer Demand for California Avocados

December 1, 2020 | Volume 36 | Issue 23 View Issue | View PDF

Commission Reduces 2020-21 Assessment Rate and Seats New Board and Officers, Cultural Management Practices Can Help Reduce Pest and Disease Problems, New Stay At Home Order — Night Shift Ag Employees Advised to Carry Documentation, Commission Pitches California Avocado Story Ideas to Foodservice Editors

November 16, 2020 | Volume 36 | Issue 22 View Issue | View PDF

2020 California Avocado Acreage and Condition Report Available, Recording of California Avocado Society Annual Meeting Available Online, Online Nitrogen Management Course Available, Spanish Version of Hass Avocado Board Quality Manual Available, CAC’s Social Campaigns and Merchandise Shop Keep California Avocados Top-of-mind Year-round, Commission Connects with Global Audience at First-ever Virtual PMA Fresh Summit Event

November 2, 2020 | Volume 36 | Issue 21 View Issue | View PDF

Heat Damaged Groves MAY BE Eligible for Tree Assistance Program Funding, Advanced Planning and Nutrient Management Play Critical Role in Preparing Groves for Heat Events, Avocado Seed Weevil Research Aims to Isolate Pheromone for Trapping, Best Practices for Removing Avocado Suckers, False Chinch Bugs Impact Young Avocado Trees in Ventura County, New Interactive Irrigation Management to Reduce the Leaching of Nitrogen Program, Commission Partners with Food News Media on “What Matters Most for Your Post-pandemic Menu” Webinar, Two New Chain Partners Showcase Late Summer Fresh California Avocados, Commission’s LinkedIn Campaign Connects on a Business-to Business Level

October 16, 2020 | Volume 36 | Issue 20 View Issue | View PDF

CAC General Election Ballots Due October 26, Commission Helps Secure Wholesale Water Rate Savings of $474 Per Acre Foot for San Diego County Growers, Ventura County Farmworker Household Assistance Program Still Accepting Applications, Upcoming California Avocado Society Annual Meeting, Valley Center Municipal Water District Shutoff, Online Organic Farming Lessons Available, Microirrigation System Maintenance, Living Well Brand Advocates Capture the Attention of Consumers with Creative California Avocado Content, Returning Chain Partners Showcase Peak Season California Avocados

October 1, 2020 | Volume 36 | Issue 19 View Issue | View PDF

Economic Impact Studies Demonstrate How California Avocado Industry Strengthens State’s Economic Climate, Managing Avocado Heat Damage , PPE Available for Agricultural Workers in Santa Barbara and San Diego Counties, California Avocado growers now eligible for CFAP 2 payments , California Avocado Commission to Host Pine Tree Ranch Grower Open-House, Avocado Branch Canker Virtual Field Day Video and Materials Available Online, San Diego and Ventura Counties Launch Lodging Programs for Agricultural Workers Affected by COVID-19, Fall 2020 Issue of From the Grove Available Online, Super Duper Burgers and Mixt Promote Fresh California Avocados During Peak Season, “California Avocado Summer at Home” Public Relations Program Secures More Than 60 Million Impressions

September 16, 2020 | Volume 36 | Issue 18 View Issue | View PDF

Avocado Branch Canker Disease Virtual Field Day, Housing for Harvest Program Available in Riverside and Santa Barbara Counties, Online Document Provides Easy Guide to USDA Disaster Programs, Avocado Weed Management Seminar Recordings Now Available on YouTube, COMMISSION LAUNCHES CALIFORNIA AVOCADO MERCHANDISE SHOP, California Avocado Blogger Advocates Share Their Love for Avocados

September 1, 2020 | Volume 36 | Issue 17 View Issue | View PDF

Upcoming Produce Safety Rule Online Grower Training Sessions, Avocado Branch Canker Disease Virtual Field Day, Managing Heat in California Avocado Groves, New Report Details Possible Impact of Climate Change on Southern California Specialty Crops, Two New Chain Partners Leverage the Value of Fresh California Avocados on the Menu

August 17, 2020 | Volume 36 | Issue 16 View Issue | View PDF

Webinar to Discuss Produce Safety Rule Water Regulations, Growers Encouraged to Complete 2020 USDA Farm Survey, Federal Funds Available to Receive and Maintain Organic Certification, Recording of Laurel Wilt and Ambrosia Beetles Research Updates Webinar Available Online, Ike’s Love & Sandwiches Celebrated California Avocado Month with Two New Sandwiches, Commission Participates in Kitchen Collaborative Project to Fuel Flavor Innovation Among Chefs, California Avocado Month Public Relations and Outreach Campaign Generates 106 Million Impressions