Pacific Ag & Vineyard Inc.

The almond tree, or Prunus dulcis, originally came to America from Asia and North Africa. The almond tree is highly sought after for its fruit which yields the almond nut. The tree does best where the summers are long, hot and dry. Typically an almond

USDA Standards and Grades for California Almonds

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) maintains strict standards and grades for California Almonds in order to ensure that the products for consumers reach or exceed a certain level of quality. The following details cover everything from

Sweet and Bitter Almonds

There are two forms of the plant, one (often with white flowers) producing sweet almonds, and the other (often with pink flowers) producing bitter almonds. The kernel of the former contains a fixed oil and emulsion. As late as the early 20th century th

Varieties and Types of Nuts Almonds and Cashews

What most people commonly know as nuts, arent always nuts in the true definition of a nut. A true nut is a fruit that is both the seed and the fruit. For example cashews and walnuts arent truly nuts because theyre extracted from the fruit. For the purp

Standard Almond Varieties in California

Almonds produced commercially in the U.S. are grown in CA. The earliest to bloom of stone fruits (Feb.). Generally do poorly in North Coast counties. They bloom when weather is cold, rainy. Very susceptible to spring frosts. Almonds do not tolerate wet

California Almond Types and Varieties

As if one variety of almonds wasnt versatile enough to set your creativity free, there are about 25 major almond varieties produced in California orchards. Each variety has distinct characteristics, which are important to understand so that you can sel

Questions? Ask us, we'll answer!