Farming remains one of the cornerstones of California’s economy, particularly in the Central Valley and San Joaquin County.
The San Joaquin County Office of the Agricultural Commissioner released its 92nd annual crop report, which shows almonds have climbed to the top of the county’s agricultural industry by value. But for the farmers growing them, the milestone comes with mixed emotions.
The report shows the value of the county’s almond crop reached $584 million in 2025. That’s up from more than $492 million in 2024, an increase of more than $90 million…