FruitionOne is said to make almond farming easier and reduce the need for pollinators.
Following the discovery of Boosted Breeding in May this year, Ohalo Genetics has announced another major advancement in farming with the creation of FruitionOne, a self-pollinating almond variety.
The California-based company claims that this innovation will simplify almond production and reduce costs associated with reliance on pollinators.
Ohalo Genetics said that they spent four years developing FruitionOne, using its proprietary advanced breeding tool to successfully remove the trait in Nonpareil almond trees that require nearby pollinizers.
“The U.S. almond industry is under increasing pressure to meet growing demand for high-quality almonds while growers are challenged to consistently meet their financial needs and consumers are demanding more sustainable practices,” said Dave Friedberg, CEO of Ohalo.
Friedberg added that “FruitionOne offers a powerful solution” to these challenges.
The company, which develops advanced breeding systems and improved plant varieties, believes FruitionOne will benefit growers by providing more reliable yields, reduced pollination costs, lower harvesting expenses, improved profits, and enhanced sustainability.
“Farmers can now plant an entire orchard with just FruitionOne, increasing overall revenue while reducing costs and risks, with an estimated profit per acre improvement of over 30%, all while shrinking the land, water, and energy needed to produce each almond,” the company said in a video.
The company also announced the completed the USDA Regulatory Status Review, with early orders of the self-pollinating almond variety available in 2026 and first deliveries set for 2027. Trial plantings have already started in California.
