Episode 11 - January Position Report

Episode 13 - April Position Report & Subjective Estimate

This episode provides a comprehensive update on the almond market, covering recent crop reports, market expectations, and future demand trends. Industry experts discuss the implications of the latest USDA estimates, shipment data, and in-shell demand for 2026.

Episode 12 - March Position Report

This episode provides a comprehensive update on the almond market, covering crop receipts, sales performance, shipment data, and future outlooks. We discuss recent trends, market confidence, and upcoming key dates like the USDA report and the International Nut and Dried Fruit Congress.

Episode 11 - January Position Report

In this episode of the Almond Brief, the hosts discuss the latest trends in the almond market, focusing on the January position report. They analyze the current crop receipts, shipment numbers, and sales figures, highlighting the performance of the domestic and export markets. The conversation shifts to the bloom season, discussing its potential impact on future crop yields and pricing. The hosts emphasize the unpredictability of bloom weather and its influence on market sentiment, setting the stage for upcoming reports and projections.

Episode 10 - December Position Report 2025

In this episode of the Almond Brief, the hosts discuss the latest insights from the almond market, focusing on the December position report, crop size expectations, and shipping performance. They analyze the current state of domestic and export shipments, the impact of market trends, and look ahead to the upcoming 2026 crop. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding market dynamics and the need for growers and buyers to adapt to changing conditions.

Episode 9 - October Position Report 2025

In this episode of the Almond Brief, hosts Chase Higginbotham and Kevin Sousa discuss the latest trends in the almond market, focusing on the October position report. They analyze crop size expectations, sales performance, and the dynamics of the export and domestic markets, particularly the inshell market in India. The conversation highlights the current market sentiment and looks ahead to upcoming events, including the almond conference.