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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCalifornia almond growers are looking at a slightly smaller crop this year, according to a newly released forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.<\/p>\n
The 2026 California Almond Forecast from USDA\u2019s National Agricultural Statistics Service estimates this year\u2019s harvest at 2.7 billion pounds. That\u2019s down 1 percent from last year, while forecasted yield is expected to hold steady at 1,940 pounds per acre.<\/p>\n
Almond Board of California President and CEO Clarice Turner says, \u201cAccording to the polled growers, the industry is expecting a modestly smaller crop in 2026 compared to last year. This is an early estimate, and we will see how the crop progresses over the coming months.\u201d<\/p>\n
Turner added that California remains the world\u2019s leading almond supplier despite higher costs, regulatory pressures, and supply-chain challenges.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s estimate is based on grower surveys conducted between April 21 and May 6, with responses collected by mail, phone, and online. It also marks a change in reporting, as this Subjective Forecast will be the only NASS almond report issued for the 2026 crop year.<\/p>\n
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