by Eylam Ran | Aug 14, 2026 | BLOG, Pistachios, Pollination
California pistachio growers are facing a yield challenge that goes far beyond the natural rhythm of an “ON” or “OFF” year. Following the record-breaking 2025 crop, the 2026 season was already expected to produce a lower yield as part of the pistachio tree’s natural... 
by Eylam Ran | Jun 22, 2026 | BLOG, Pistachios, Pollination
Pistachios are among the world’s most valued nut crops, prized for their nutritional benefits, flavor, and growing consumer demand. However, successful pistachio production depends heavily on effective pollination- a process that has traditionally relied on... 
by Eylam Ran | Jun 22, 2026 | BLOG, Pistachios, Pollination
When discussing pistachio pollination, most conversations focus on one question: Is there enough pollen? In reality, successful pollination depends on much more than pollen availability. Growers must consider how pollen reaches the flower, when it arrives, and whether... 
by Eylam Ran | Jun 22, 2026 | BLOG, Pistachios, Pollination
For decades, pistachio growers have relied on wind to carry pollen from male trees to receptive female flowers. While natural pollination has supported commercial production, climate variability, bloom desynchronization, and the short lifespan of viable pollen... 
by Eylam Ran | Oct 31, 2023 | BLOG, Pistachios, Pollination
Introduction A silent but relentless transformation is underway as the golden sun beats down on California’s pistachio orchards. The intricate dance between nature and agriculture in the Golden State has long been the envy of the world. However, with rising... 
by Eylam Ran | Oct 12, 2021 | Almonds, BLOG, Pistachios
Proud to present Edete’s newly planted fully designated almond pollen block. Small pollen blocks allow growers to plant desired single variety or female-only orchards, yet enjoy the benefits of cross-pollination qualitative and quantitative yields based on Edete’s...