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Welcome to the
Fruit & Nut Research and Information Center!
We set up this site so you can easily find what you want in as few steps as possible.
- Our individual crop lists of Fruits and Nuts have the latest production information for you.
- Our General Management pages provide information about the care and protection of your fruit and nut trees.
- Our extensive Weather-Related Models pages can help you predict your harvest and estimate chilling hours.
- Links to other resources, including The Backyard Orchard and UC Cooperative Extension Farm Advisors: Newsletters & Information may help you with specific information for your growing area.
- Our catalog of Current UC Research Projects gives you details about current, ongoing research projects in specific crops and production methods.
- Our Calendar lists upcoming events, meetings, and workshops you might want to attend to improve your production of fruits and nuts.