The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) is a federal program that helps supplement the diets of low-income Americans, including elderly people, by providing them with...
California agriculture is increasingly regulated for health and safety, air quality, water quality and quantity of water usage. State regulations have resulted in changes in...
With 95% of Americans snacking daily, consumers are always on the lookout for fresh, fun ideas that will shake up their stagnant routines. California Walnuts...
The California Walnut Board, which administers the Federal Marketing Order, has recommended proposed amendments to the Order. The Board’s proposed amendments would modify quality control...
On-Farm Readiness Reviews (prerequisite farm walk-through) are happening, which began with leafy and brassica vegetables, other fruits and vegetables, and more. The CDFA Produce Safety...
From production research to how the industry is Doing More Together, here walnut growers and handlers can find the latest resources, advocacy news, and marketing program updates.
The COVID-19 pandemic has given greater-than-ever attention to health, in particular immunity enhancement. Currently, there is no direct link between walnut intake and immunity enhancement;...
Production research is delivering significant payback for grower investment, evident at any California walnut orchard. California Walnut Board research goes back nearly five decades, and...
Brent Barton, Barton Ranch, Inc. Escalon, CA Multi-generational California walnut grower Brent Barton shares his thoughts on why he serves on the California Walnut Board,...
The California Walnut Board (CWB) has been actively working to update the Federal Marketing Order rules governing inspection. As part of the process, the USDA...
During Nutrition Month in March, consumers and health professionals were encouraged to consume walnuts for their excellent source of plant-based omega-3 ALA (alpha-linolenic acid, 2.5...
Supply chain disruptions continue to plague global trade and have a significant impact on movement of the 2021 crop. These issues have also affected your...
At the end of 2021, the California Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) released its annual report on the economic impacts and benefits of the state’s greenhouse...
Join us for a tour of several cover crop sites in the Sacramento Valley including orchards and annual crop fields. Cover crop species, cultivars and...
In December 2021, the United States House of Representatives signed off on the bipartisan Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021, H.R. 4996. While this is...
The CWC is providing the following helpful information on the Agriculture Energy Savings Action Plan (AESAP) that offers incentives for energy-saving projects for agricultural businesses...
By leveraging the media credibility and consumer influence of Registered Dietitians, California walnuts were included in 15 national news stories written in fall 2021. Top-tier...
The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) is a federal program that helps supplement the diets of low-income Americans, including elderly people, by providing them with...
Switching over from manual record keeping to digital tracking has provided the producer with a more accurate view of walnut quantities, qualities, and a host...
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced fiscal year 2022 assistance opportunities for agricultural producers and private landowners for key programs, such as the Environmental...
The funding window is now open for the 2021 Healthy Soils Program (HSP). The Healthy Soils Program provides financial incentives to California growers and ranchers...
Throughout many parts of the world, winter holidays and Christmastime signal increased walnut use for cooking, baking and candy making. To reinforce this tradition, and...
California Walnut Board has encouraged consumption of walnuts by linking to the ever-popular taco. The recent campaign capitalized on a timely – National Taco Day...
County-based University of California farm advisors are a critical link between UC and USDA researchers and the industries they serve, identifying growers to participate in...
During the early summer of 2021, the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District’s Governing Board voted to approve the District’s Supplemental Report and Recommendations...
During the 2020/21 crop year, the California Walnut Board and Commission continued providing value to the industry by building consumer demand for walnuts, providing industry...
The staff from University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) have put together 10+ tips to help you as you get ready for harvest. Read about...
The CWB’s production research program runs in an annual cycle culminating in the Walnut Research Conference held each year in late January. Following a call...
The California Walnut Board launched its first-ever Snacking Retail Campaign this July, to bring more attention to the benefits of walnuts as a nutritious snack....
Spaniards were looking for recipe inspiration as they increased home cooking and baking during the pandemic. Walnuts are the leading tree nut consumed in Spain,...
The CWC is actively involved in advocacy issues impacting public policy, pending regulation, walnut market growth and expansion. The CWB is taking actions to be...
Each year, the California Walnut Board’s Production Research Committee (PRC) meets in early March to review and discuss funding recommendations for proposals submitted for consideration...
The California walnut industry has long been known for producing high-quality, safe, and nutritious walnuts. Much of this reputation has been built by the Good...
California walnut growers and processors have spent more than a century caring for the land and sharing a commitment to consumer health. Like all agricultural...
Increasing consumer demand for California walnuts in key export markets is an important piece of the larger process of building demand globally. One piece of...
The CWC’s Technical and Regulatory Affairs team works on behalf of the industry to provide leadership for regulatory and technical issues, programs and initiatives to...
Dear Industry Members, The CWC continues to work on a multitude of critical issues on behalf of the industry. Many of these issues impact agriculture...
Through strategic diversification of sectors like retail, food manufacturing/industrial and foodservice, the CWB/CWC’s export and domestic marketing activities are designed to expand California walnuts use...
Each year, a portion of CWB/CWC assessments is budgeted to support production research aimed at addressing industry competitiveness, profitability and long-term stability. In 2020, $1.97...
The Plant-Forward Eating Guide is a first-of-its-kind guide and framework developed by the CWB, in partnership with the Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH), that...
The California Walnut Board is launching its fourth annual American Heart Month campaign in February, expanding its popular retail marketing program in an effort to...
Last month, the California Walnut Commission (CWC) announced a new scientific and research partnership with the American Heart Association (AHA) to support early career scientists...
California Tree Nut Conference In November, California Walnut Board and Commission attended the Virtual 2020 California Tree Nut Conference, hosted by West Coast Nut. The...
Dear Industry Members, Our communication with you is at the forefront of the CWB/CWC initiatives, to ensure that you are aware of the CWB/CWC programs,...
Through strategically diversifying into sectors like retail, food manufacturing/industrial and foodservice, our export and domestic marketing activities are designed to expand California walnuts usage and...
Tip: Maintain the freshness of California walnuts by keeping them cold. The best place to store them is in the refrigerator or freezer.
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