As summer progresses, the almonds grow larger until they reach maturity in early fall. The weight of the almonds pulls down on the trees’ branches. Often, the weight of a heavy crop will break branches and a strong wind will sometimes topple a tree.

Summer is the season when insect life really gets going in our orchards. We count on beneficial insects to keep our harvest reject levels low.

A vibrant understory and active insect life is the key to our humus rich soil.