OhaloTM Launches FruitionOneTM: First Self-Fertile Nonpareil Almond

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Slice of Agriculture Team
November 13, 2024

Key Highlights:

  • FruitionOne™ eliminates need for pollenizer trees in Nonpareil almond orchards.

  • 30%+ profit increase per acre for farmers with reduced costs and improved yields.

  • Sustainable impact: lowers water, land, and carbon footprint in almond production.

  • Reduces bee hive needs by 50%, benefiting native pollinators.

  • Available for early orders in 2026, commercial planting in 2027.

Source: PR Newswire

Notable Quotes:

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“FruitionOne offers a powerful solution enabling higher productivity with fewer resources, benefiting consumers, growers, and the environment.”

Dave Friedberg, CEO at Ohalo
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“We are proud to deliver FruitionOne today after several years of considerable effort, persistence, and technical breakthroughs.”

Jud Ward, CTO at Ohalo

Our Take:

The introduction of FruitionOne™ marks a pivotal development for the almond industry, particularly for the prized Nonpareil variety. By enabling self-fertility, FruitionOne removes the need for pollenizer trees, simplifying orchard management and significantly boosting productivity. This not only offers substantial cost savings to growers but also promotes more sustainable practices by reducing water use, decreasing carbon emissions, and lowering the reliance on commercial pollination. With early adoption anticipated in 2027, FruitionOne is well-positioned to transform almond farming, offering both economic and environmental benefits that align with industry and consumer demand for resilient, sustainable food production systems.