Category: Marketing
Tree nuts among commodities hit by $27B in losses from trade war
Details of the USDA study show tariffs on agricultural exports resulted in billions in losses, with specialty crops making up about 6% of those losses.
Commitment made to enforce federal competition laws that protect ag
In a marketplace that benefits a few large corporations instead of growers – which raises prices for consumers, but not for farmers – growers deserve the benefit of free and fair competition.
Blue Diamond almond growers featured on Rose Parade float
Participating for the fourth year in a row, Blue Diamond’s float will feature four grower families dedicated to environmentally responsible farming, and will feature iconic almond blossoms.
Blue Diamond Almonds Market Report released
November’s shipments showed a 16% decline compared to last year, with export markets representing over 143 million pounds of the total decline.
Almond conference focuses on growing global demand
Even with water shortages, supply chain bottlenecks and disruptions, and a roller coaster of costs and prices to growers, Almond Board of California’s president remains optimistic, especially for global demand.
NASS suspends pecan estimates for December and January
The cooperative agreement funding for the Crop Production and Pecan Production reports was not renewed, resulting in the suspension of the estimates.
Industry growth during record crop year backed by California Walnut Board
Growers produced a record crop of 785,000 tons, a 20% gain over the 2019 crop.
USDA sets dates for the California walnuts continuance referendum
Growers who produced walnuts from Sept. 1, 2020 – Aug. 31, 2021 are eligible to vote in December to decide whether to keep the federal marketing order.
‘New approach’ to the U.S.-China relationship brings little change for ag
U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Katherine Tai said she plans to discuss with China its commitments under last year’s U.S.-China Phase 1 trade agreement, though offered few details.
Blue Diamond Growers has new COO, transitions in ingredients division
Having joined Blue Diamond in 2011, Dean LaVallee has been named COO, and will also continue to serve as CFO, overseeing finance, global ingredients, and IT.
Applications now open to compete for $250,000 in AgSharks pitch competition
The fourth annual AgSharks Competition will provide agtech startups exclusive access to produce leaders and funding to advance innovative solutions for the agriculture sector.
Federal Marketing Order continued for pecan producers
Sixty-three percent of voting pecan producers – who represent 71% of pecan production volume – voted in favor of the program, which applies to growers in 15 states.
Pecans part of Texas ag commodities’ global market assessment
Pecans are among the 15 reports that will be completed, offering market insight into export and how Texas producers can compete in trade.
Sourcing Sustainability
Major snack food company makes a significant pledge.
California Walnut Board to launch its first-ever Snacking Retail Campaign
More than 7,400 retailers will feature displays and promotions as part of the campaign that highlights the nut’s nutritional benefits as a tasty snack.