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What’s Shakin’ at the Almond Alliance | June 16th, 2023

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What’s Shakin’ at the Almond Alliance | June 16th, 2023


Summary:


In this episode of What’s Shakin’, Aubrey Bettencourt, President and CEO of the Almond Alliance, discusses topics related to water management, infrastructure development, the federal Farm Bill, membership renewals, shipping challenges, and support for farmers. 

  • Flooding and Water Management: Aubrey mentions flooding in the South Valley and offers solutions for flood mitigation and aquifer recharge. Reach out to the Almond Alliance for more information.
    • LandFlex: Phase II, focuses on 4 new GSAs: Mid-Kaweah, Pixley, Lower Tule & Westlands. Visit https://landflex.org/
      • LandFlex is a grower tool focused on providing financial incentives for well protection, groundwater recharge, and Sigma compliance in overdrafted basins. 
        • Infrastructure Development: California Governor's infrastructure package, which aims to streamline environmental review, permitting processes, and court order processes for infrastructure development. Aubrey emphasizes the need to invest in infrastructure for a sustainable future
        • U.S. Farm Bill: The Almond Alliance has submitted proposals related to almonds, agricultural insurance, and research, addressing specific issues and drought-related concerns. Visit AlmondAlliance.org for more information.
        • Almond Alliance Membership: Membership renewals are coming due and Aubrey urges new membership. Become a member by contacting [email protected]
          • Shipping and Supply Chain: Aubrey acknowledges a dip in almond shipping and emphasizes the need to move the existing product. There is overall progress in the supply chain including the Almond Express rail line.

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