What is the Section 32 Buy program? Broadly speaking, USDA is authorized to purchase agricultural commodities and divert them toward domestic nutritional assistance programs (School Lunch Program, food banks, soup kitchens, etc.). This helps remove surplus products from the market and helps stabilize commodity prices. Overview The California walnut industry…

FOLSOM, Calif. (March 3, 2021) – The California Walnut Commission announced today the second annual “Power of 3” global marketing campaign, which builds on the successful 2020 campaign. “Power of 3” will launch on March 3rd with a first-ever global event celebrated in the USA, Germany, India, Japan, South Korea,…

Last month, the USDA released the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Issued every five years, these guidelines provide advice on what to eat and drink to meet nutritional needs, promote health, and prevent disease based on recommendations from the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) Scientific Report. They guide public policy…

California’s orchards are a vital part of the local economy, providing over half of the fruits and nuts we consume daily. The caretakers of these orchards work tirelessly to provide us with healthy, nutritious foods. Tree nut growers play a dual role in the health and safety of the communities…

First-Of-Its-Kind Guide And Behavioral Framework Provide Food Industry Professionals With Insights, Ideas And Inspiration To Encourage Consumers To Eat More Plants FOLSOM, Calif. Jan. 25, 2021 – The California Walnut Board, in partnership with the Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH), announced today the launch of Have A Plant®: The…

If you have not already heard, the USDA recently announced the next phase of relief to farmers and ranchers under the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP 2). USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) will be administering the program and will be accepting applications through December 11, 2020. What is different about…