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 | 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 Keren Many | Oct 5, 2023 | BLOG, Pollination
By Gal Sapir Vernalization – How it affects flower synchronization in pistachio? Deciduous fruit trees naturally go through a dormant phase when the days become shorter and the temperature drops in the fall. This helps them survive the winter months and protect...