Achieving sustainable management and efficient use of water resources through groundwater recharge and outreach
Abstract: California’s variable climate compounded by the effects of climate change has long been a concern for permanent crops such as almonds. Given that groundwater provides up to 60% of agricultural water supplies in dry years, and must support agricultural, environmental, and urban demands, there is a strong public benefit in maintaining healthy aquifers. California’s […]
Creating collaborative TRAILS to sustainable nuts
Abstract: Our project submission is more than a decade of establishing and implementing programs to improve the environmental and social impact of almonds, cashews and hazelnuts. Most recently, we have taken this experience and pushed ourselves further by launching dedicated sustainability strategies with 2030 targets focusing the highly specific challenges of each supply chain: Cashew […]
QR Blockchain Traceability Project
Abstract: Pomona Farming encountered challenges in our world’s production of traceable, clean nutritious food; therefore, our company set out to raise the standard. Pomona invests in every step of the process to ensure we provide sustainable solutions to produce the highest quality of food. Creativity and dedication are poured into our farming practices, we focus […]
Orchard Stewardship Incentive Program
Abstract: The Blue Diamond Orchard Stewardship Incentive Program (OSIP) is a science-based program of best practice information designed to optimize almond orchard management while minimizing risk of negative environmental and social impacts. This program provides a financial incentive to Member-growers who choose to participate. The practices involved in the OSIP are selected by Blue Diamond […]
Construction of drinking water plants in Côte d’Ivoire
Abstract: Access to clean and healthy drinking water is a big challenge for many communities around the world. For almost a third of the world population, a regular water supply is not secured. People living in poor and/or rural areas are especially affected by this problem. A secure water supply should not only be clean […]
The Almond Project
Abstract: The Almond Project (https://thealmondproject.com/) is a multi-year, farmer-led partnership created to identify more sustainable farming methods and pave the way towards a more resilient future for almonds. By building a coalition of farmers, scientists, brands, technical service providers, processors, and customers, we’re implementing and testing a variety of soil health practices on almond farms […]
Stahmann Webster Leading Harvest Sustainability Framework
Abstract: Taking decisive action now to have a positive impact on global and Australian agriculture, Stahmann Webster is committed to proactively work to meet and comply to the Leading Harvest Australia Farmland Management Standard Est. 2023. Our pledge to produce safe and healthy foods will now be strengthened by our commitment to our communities and […]
Innovative Advanced AI Robotics Systems for Beekeeping to Safeguard Bees and Ensure Food Security
ABSTRACT: Project’s Background Bees are indispensable to global ecosystems and agricultural productivity, particularly in the nut and dried fruit industry. As primary pollinators, they play a critical role in the reproduction of plants, including almond trees, which rely heavily on bee pollination for successful crop yields. However, bee populations are under threat, with an estimated […]
Green Oasis Sustainable Development Project
Since its establishment, QiaQia has consistently embedded ESG concerns across the entire operational chain, from cultivation and procurement to production, transportation, and sales. We are committed to promoting the harmonious coexistence of economic, social, and environmental benefits, contributing to global sustainable development. We launched the Green Oasis Sustainable Development Project, aiming to implement green concepts […]
Creating Impact for People and Planet
Abstract: ofi’s sustainability ambition in nuts has gained a new momentum with the launch of Almond, Cashew and Hazelnut Trails in the past years focusing on the 2030 sustainability targets for these products. ofi continued to create impact for the people who produce our food, for communities and for the environment. In this application we […]
The Almond Project
Abstract: The Almond Project is a multi-year, farmer-led partnership created to identify more sustainable farming methods and pave the way towards a more resilient future for almonds. This coalition is highly unusual in the industry because it has gathered stakeholders across the supply system working together pre-competitively to evolve the industry as a whole. We […]
Modified Atmosphere Packaging
Abstract: Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) by Masterpack Group is a transformative preservation method that adjusts the gas composition within packaging to significantly enhance product shelf life and maintain quality. By fine-tuning the levels of gases such as carbon dioxide, which retards bacterial growth, and optimizing oxygen levels to prevent microbial proliferation and oxidative reactions that […]