Recently, California processors issued a non official estimates of walnut output in 2017. The result is estimated by each walnut suppliers, then calculate final average value.

But at the beginning of the September, CASS will release the official production estimates.

Some of the main processor estimated that the California production in 2017 is only 685000 tons, which almost the same as last year's 680000 tons. if it is correct, then the melon in shell’s prices will soon rise 5-10 centsper pound.

Some processors suggested that yield may be 700000 tons or more, but those who have good forecasting record believe that industry and commerce output will remain between 680000t and 690000t

At present, California fresh nut melon’s prices, hovering between 1.45-1.5