Pacific Nut Producer Magazine

There are fewer hazelnut packers in Oregon this season, but it’s not a concern for industry experts.  Statewide the number of packers dropped from six last year to only four this year.  This comes as growers look at the potential of delivering a record crop.  Pacific Nut Producer Ma...

The high summer heat is taking its toll on this year’s hazelnut trees in Oregon.  Growers across the Willamette Valley experienced a second straight year of above normal temperatures.  Pacific Nut Producer Magazine spoke with Nik Wiman, orchard crops extension specialist with Oregon State University, who said hazelnut trees are very sensitive to heat.   “Even with excel...

Oregon farmers looking at switching to hazelnuts should keep more than a few things in mind.  Erica Chernoh is with Oregon State University Extension in Lane County, and she recently told Pacific Nut Producer Magazine it’s very important that growers do their homework to learn about the industry before planting any hazelnut trees.   “We do see ...