Soil Quality & Nutrients

Salinity

Tips on managing the salinity of your soil, as almond trees can be sensitive to sodium, chloride, and boron.

Nutrient Management

Tips on how to apply nutrients to your soil in an efficient and economical way.

Cover Crops and Forage

Beyond well-known benefits of planting cover crops for improved pollinator health, planting forage can also provide several benefits for soil health and quality.

Whole Orchard Recycling

Whole Orchard Recycling provides a solution to orchard removal that not only addresses the question of how to dispose of old trees but also provides a sustainable alternative that may improve soil health and increase yields in the next orchard.

Soil Management: Understanding and Managing Soil for Almond Production

This resource outlines key soil properties that affect almond orchard productivity. Soil is a living, layered system that supports trees, stores water, and recycles nutrients. Understanding the full profile is essential for managing water, fertility, and orchard health.