Episode 73: 2025 Outlook - Ten Industry Perspectives

People from around the industry joined the Almond Journey Podcast at The Almond Conference 2024 and were asked to share what’s on top of their minds headed into 2025. In this episode, you’ll hear highlights from Craig Duerr, Mallvinder Kahal, Rob Kiss, Michelle Penney, Bobbie Williams, Mallorie Hayes, Scott Hermann, Kabir Tumber, Chris Chavez and Clarice Turner.

“ That's something that we, as processors and growers, everybody just wants it to stay balanced and healthy. So I'd say that's really what we're all looking for.” - Michelle Penney

In today’s episode:

• Highlight the hopes for the new year from around the industry
• Appreciate ten different perspectives of almond leaders
• Discover what’s on the mind of the industry, including grower economics, marketing opportunities, water and much more! 

The Almond Journey Podcast is brought to you by the Almond Board of California. This show explores how growers, handlers, and other stakeholders are making things work in their operations to drive the almond industry forward. Host Tim Hammerich visits with leaders throughout the Central Valley of California and beyond who are finding innovative ways to improve their operations, connect with their communities, and advance the almond industry.

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