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

The California Walnut Board is conducting its biennial election of walnut growers and handlers statewide to serve as members and alternates for the next two-year term beginning on September 1, 2021 and ending on August 31, 2023. Nomination petitions to have a candidate’s name included on the California Walnut Board…

On February 12, 2021, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced amendments to the federal marketing order regulating the handling of walnuts grown in California. These amendments authorize the California Walnut Board to provide credit for market promotion expenses paid by handlers against their annual assessments due under the program….

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…

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…