Dozens of almond growers and researchers came to UC Merced on Wednesday for a summit on best practices for one of California's most important crops.
It was the first time the Almond Board of California hosted its Nutrient Summit on campus, and it highlighted the important partnership between the university and an industry that makes use of some of its most groundbreaking research.
UC Merced Chancellor Juan Sánchez Muñoz welcomed attendees by pointing out the mutually beneficial relationship the university has with the growers.