Report from California

Buds on the almonds popping suddenly--Nonpariel (main variety) already
opening up in North Valley!  This is about 10 days early.  Bloom starting
before all colonies are even placed.
Not swelling much yet in Modesto area.

For those of you following weather patterns (Juanse), in Northern Calif,
only 1/3 of normal rainfall in January.

Randy Oliver

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