Last update from the 3rd generation Regional Almond Variety Trial
From Growing the Valley by University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources
April 22, 2026 · 1h 10m · Episode 305
About this episode
The episode discusses the findings of the 3rd Generation Regional Almond Variety Trial, including strengths and weaknesses of various almond varieties.
The 3rd Generation RAVT recently wrapped up, and Luke, Phoebe, and Roger sit down one final time to discuss the findings. While the overall results are discussed, they also discuss each of the strengths and weaknesses of the 13 remaining varieties. It’s a long episode, check out the transcript if you are interested in something specific to get the timestamp. Episode transcript The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the University of California. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. The "University of California" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Follow us on Twitter! @SacOrchards and @SJVtandv Thank you to the Almond, Pistachio, Prune, and Walnut Boards of California for their kind donations. Thank you to Muriel Gordon for the music. Come to an upcoming extension meeting! Sacramento Valley The Nickels Field Day is on Tuesday May 19 San Joaquin Valley (scroll to the bottom)
People in this episode
Guests: Luke, Phoebe, Roger
Topics covered
- Almond Variety Trial
- Agricultural Research
- Crop Evaluation
- Plant Breeding
- California Agriculture
Keywords
- Almond
- Variety Trial
- Agriculture
- Research
- California
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: University of California
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