Almond Facts
Quick facts |
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Business activities: |
Almond production, orchard management, trading and exporting |
Market position: |
Amongst top 5 almond traders in California |
Planted area: |
8,000 acres (approx. 3,200 ha) |
Land sold and leased: |
7,100 acres (approx. 2,900 ha ) sold and leased back |
Orchard locations: |
Chowchilla, Bakersfield, Modesto (California) |
Average age: |
5 years |
Yield at full maturity: |
2,700–3,000 lbs / acre |
New area being planted: |
500 acres (approx. 200 ha) |