Walnut Production Blog

Technical guides, harvest tips, and content on variety selection, grafting and processing for professional walnut growers, drawn from more than 15 years of field experience.

Part 1 · Industry

Walnut Business Fundamentals: A Professional Perspective

Core principles, strategic decisions and pitfalls to avoid for growers who treat walnut production as a serious business.

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Part 2 · Planning

The Big Decisions: Land, Climate, Soil and Water

A detailed guide on how to evaluate the four most critical factors when establishing a walnut orchard: site selection, climate, soil structure and water budget.

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Chapter 5 · Plant Material

Varieties, Rootstocks, Seedling, Hybrid and Clonal Plants

Chandler, Franquette, Paradox, Vlach, RX1 and VX211... Why do rootstock and variety selection matter so much? A comprehensive guide for new growers.

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Chapter 6 · Orchard Management

Spring Grafting: From Preparation to Application

Step-by-step preparation for successful spring grafting: plant count, collecting scion material, timing and cutting back the rootstock.

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Chapter 7 · Post-Harvest

The Fine Art and Engineering of Walnut Drying

Drying is the most critical stage of walnut processing: why is it done, how, and which parameters need attention? What to avoid, plus professional tips.

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