After looking through several long-term weather forecasts, the consensus seems to be clear. A hot dry summer is coming. Having just gone through a dry season last year, we know that water availability is critical for kernel fill and lowering plant stress, thereby having direct effects on nut yields. Soil moisture monitoring systems are becoming […]

Fertility is one of the cornerstones of Agronomy, and for hazelnuts, it is one of the biggest contributors to yield and quality.  In testing nuts for proper fill, fertility was the second largest contributing factor after water availability, in two small trials we performed in 2017 and 2018.  While dry spring fertilizer is the most […]

The upcoming launch of Oregon Orchard’s retail offering is in line with “better for you” snacking consumer trends.  The snacking occasion has expanded … throughout the day, and sometimes replacing meals.  Consumers are seeking less processed, nutrient dense foods that provide specific nutrients from the inherent goodness of the food.   Hazelnuts provide what consumers […]

The Pacific flatheaded borer is a pest that has been around for many decades in the fruit tree and nursery industries. With so many young plantings going in over the last ten years, the pest has begun attacking young hazelnut trees.  It is usually only a problem in years 1-3 and damage is sporadic.   […]

In pursuit of the Gold Standard of hazelnut quality, the production team carried out an extensive test of different roaster settings to determine which would provide the best flavor and texture.  More than 50 combinations were evaluated for factors such as roasting level, crunch, and overall flavor. From this taste test we have already adjusted our roaster to […]

With the wet spring weather and new shoot growth, the time for Eastern Filbert Blight control is upon us. Many growers have applied their initial sprays already and are preparing for additional sprays. The first application is typically a contact material such as Bravo or Ziram.  Growers then transition to systemic sprays like Cabrio or […]

We are pleased to announce that Greg Thorsgard has joined our team as the new Chief Operating Officer/General Manager for Hazelnut Growers of Oregon. In this position he assumes responsibility for management of all aspects of the business and realizing our mission of becoming the largest processor of value added-hazelnuts in North America.  Greg is […]

The 3,000 farmer-members own farm stores, bulk fuel operations, Valley Agronomics and Hazelnut Growers of Oregon. By Geoff Parks | For the Capital Press Published on November 1, 2018 8:43AM Besides a longtime relationship based on business and a deep involvement in the agriculture industry, Wilco Farmers Co-op shares another particular trait with the Willamette […]