According to the recent Crop Report of the State of California, Almonds have become the second most-valuable commodity after dairy, surpassing Californias famous grape industry. Almonds are the second most valuable crop in the Fresno County after grapes.
Pistachio is an important nut crop in the state of California, with 521.8 million pounds of pistachios worth more than 1158.40 million dollars produced in the state in 2010 (USDA-NASS, 2010).
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Nut Damage Kernel Frass Webbing Boring Feeding Behavior Other NOW damage Deep Chewing into kernel. White, often a lot. Yes, often a lot. Yes, into kernel. Larvae feed in groups. Many per kernel. Shells of heavily infested nuts appear oily. Codling Moth Damage Deep Chewing into kernel.
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