Industry Resources
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American Pistachio Growers is an agricultural trade association representing members who are pistachio growers, processors, and industry partners in California, Arizona, and New Mexico. Pistachio nutrition research, government affairs, product development, and market development are key activities conducted by the Association.
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The Administrative Committee for Pistachios is a Federal Marketing Order that regulates the handling of pistachios produced in California, Arizona, and New Mexico. The order establishes standards for the quality of pistachios produced and handled in these states by setting a maximum aflatoxin tolerance level and mandating inspection and certification for domestic shipments of pistachios.
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At the request of the almond industry, a Federal Marketing Order for almonds was established in 1950. The Board engages in production, nutrition and market research, advertising and promotion in domestic and international markets, quality control and statistical analysis and dissemination.
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The California Walnut Board and Commission were established to represent the walnut growers and handlers of California. They promote the usage of walnuts in the United States through publicity and educational programs, as well as fund health research, export market development activitie,s and walnut production and post-harvest research.
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Founded in 2016, the American Pecan Council is dedicated to showcasing the many benefits, uses, and remarkable history of America’s native tree nut. The American Pecan Council (APC) is a group of passionate growers and shellers whose life's work is dedicated to growing, harvesting, and processing America’s only major native tree nut, American Pecans™.
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The PTNPA was established in 1939 and strives to be “The Voice of America’s Nut Industry”. They proactively advance America’s nut industry through professional networks, advocacy, and education.
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The INC is the International source for information on nuts and dried fruits, covering health, Nutrition, Food Safety, Statistics, Government Standards, and regulations related to trade barriers and quality standards.