# Episode 86: Pruning and Shaking Equipment with Scott Hermann

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Podcast: [Almond Journey](https://stenobird.com/podcast/almond-journey-2535631)
Published: 2025-09-02T20:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://almond-journey.captivate.fm
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Scott Hermann joined the Journey to discuss the latest in orchard equipment, some of the history behind these machines, and the path toward autonomous equipment in the almond industry. Hermann is the general manager and CEO of TOL Incorporated, which manufactures and distributes pruning equipment and their Twin D Shaker throughout North America. Hermann also shares some of his work on the Almond Board of California’s Production Stewardship Workgroup. This interview was another one of the many valuable conversations recorded at the Almond Conference 2024. “ Maybe they're not ready to go full off-ground (harvesting), but semi off-ground in this level. We see a lot of people now saying, yeah, that works. That makes sense. I can save money and I can get rid of the dust.” - Scott Hermann In Today’s episode: Meet Scott Hermann, the general manager and CEO of TOL Incorporated Explore the latest in pruning and harvest equipment Discover the industry insight Hermann has found and the value he has added to the Almond Board’s Production Stewardship Workgroup The Almond Journey Podcast is made possible by the Almond Board of California. This show explores how growers, handlers, and other stakeholders are making things work in their operations to drive the almond industry forward. Host Tim Hammerich visits with leaders throughout the Central Valley of California and beyond who are finding innovative ways to improve their operations, connect with their communities, and advance the almond industry. ABC recognizes the diverse makeup of the California almond industry and values contributions offered by its growers, handlers, and allied industry members. However, the opinions, services and products discussed in existing and future podcast episodes are by no means an endorsement or recom…

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