Nuts

While interest in Dubai chocolate has grown, Zachary Fraser, president and CEO of the American Pistachio Growers, said there’s more at play than a social media trend, but he doesn’t see demand slowing down.
The retail partnership program includes custom in-store signage, dedicated displays and access to a national consumer sweepstakes offering a chance to meet the tennis star, the company says.
The brand kicked off the “The Don’t Hold Back Snack” campaign in anticipation of record-breaking pistachio harvest this fall.
Before the White House’s 90-day pause on higher tariffs for other countries expires on July 9, India is one country rushing to negotiate a trade deal with the U.S.
Pending EPA approval, new brands will control cotton, vegetable and tree nut pests.
No Shells Dill Pickle appeals to both pistachio enthusiasts and fans of pickle-inspired snacks, the brand says.
The organization says USDA has awarded it $17.6 million total from two programs to grow opportunities for California walnuts internationally.
In honor of World Pistachio Day, the competition challenged retailers across the U.S. and Canada to craft innovative in-store displays that showcased Wonderful Pistachios’ products in visually striking and fun ways.
The organization, which represents more than 3,700 of the state’s walnut growers and 70 handlers, seeks to fill two-year terms starting in September.
Wonderful Pistachios No Shells Unsalted rounds out the brand’s low-sodium offerings, giving consumers more choices when it comes to mindful snacking, the company says.
Twenty winners will each receive a $500 prize, with the submission period open Feb. 19-26.
Third-generation pistachio grower Jeff Nichols shares how consumers’ interest in unique flavors has influenced his family’s offerings.
With exponential growth in California pistachio production, questions emerge about how the rise will ultimately impact the industry.
Launching online and at retailers nationwide in 6-ounce, 12-ounce, and 24-ounce bags, Wonderful Pistachios No Shells Unsalted will be supported by in-store merchandising.
The significant supply increase would make marketing innovation and health research crucial to maintaining price stability, according to a new report from RaboResearch, a division of Rabobank.
The company is highlighting pistachios as an on-the-go snack through an out-of-home campaign spanning six U.S. markets — Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Denver, Detroit and Philadelphia.
In its latest global walnut report, RaboResearch said slowing demand, weather and global competition have created downward pressure on the industry and will likely cause a shift in bearing acres.
The potentially contaminated walnuts may have been distributed to school lunch programs, food banks and more in Texas and Arizona.
While the forecast is down 7% from USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Services’ May report, it still shows a larger crop is expected this year.
Experts weigh in on the future of this popular tree nut and the opportunities for growth and expansion.
The reduction is due to orchards facing drought conditions and extreme weather, according to a recent report.
Almond crop production has kicked off this August with improved expectations that a heftier almond will offset the lowest almonds-per-acre-yield since 2009, according to a recent USDA report.
It’s the second year of SnackNation’s Insight Award for snacks, and a Wonderful Pistachios Product – No Shells Honey Roasted – received the honor for the Best Nut or Trail Mix from an established brand.
PALM DESERT, Calif. — Mariani Nut Co., Winters, Calif., known for its California almonds, is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the company. To make it that long, the company hasn’t stood still. Here’s what’s new.
With the aim of increasing walnut consumption this holiday season, the California Walnut Board and Commission have launched a direct-to-consumer marketing campaign highlighting the role walnuts play in festivities.
A few decades back, stopping at a Stuckey’s during a holiday road trip wasn’t uncommon. Today the company is eyeing a business comeback by focusing on its farming roots and leveraging quality Georgia pecans.
Farmer-owned cooperative Blue Diamond Growers will work with technology company Divert to turn low-value almond byproducts into energy to supply local homes and businesses.
As part of National Fruits and Veggies Month, the organization says it will help retailers capitalize on cross-merchandising opportunities with walnuts and fresh produce.
The alliance said Alexi Rodriguez, who will join the organization in January, will focus on its next chapter of growth.
Wonderful Pistachios won Delicious Living magazine’s 2020 Best Bite Awards for its No Shells Honey Roasted and Chili Roasted.
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