Walnut production research goes back several decades. From a small beginning in 1971, this partnership has grown leaps and bounds just as the industry has and now more than a dozen projects totaling some $ 1.7 million are underway. These cover orchard management, entomology, walnut breeding, pest management, and so…

While we love California walnuts on their own, they’re also a perfect partner for an array of other whole foods. With summer right around the corner, some of our favorite ingredients are coming into season. Brighten up your warm-weather menu with these walnut inspired pairings: Peaches – Sweet, ripe peaches…

Have you ever cut into a loaf of walnut bread only to find the inside is purple? According to the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry, this is due to ingredients containing iron (such as certain flours) having a chemical reaction with the gallic acid found in walnut skins. Of…

Consuming walnuts and select other whole foods as part of a healthy diet may be associated with a reduced risk of physical function impairments throughout the aging process in women. Folsom, Calif., (June 22, 2016) – A new study published in the Journal of Nutrition suggests that consuming 1-2 servings…

FOLSOM, Calif. (April 14, 2016) – The California walnut industry welcomed the news of the proposed Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Agreement which is expected to reduce or eliminate trade barriers in the Asia Pacific Region. Under the terms of the proposed agreement between Australia, Brunei, Chile, Canada, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New…

In November of 2015, the California walnut industry began its first sizable advertising campaign in the US, featuring two television commercials which highlight walnuts’ exceptional versatility as a recipe ingredient. Read Full CWC March 2016 Newsletter