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LeadOn, American Pistachio Growers Leadership Program Introduces Largest Class Ever

American Pistachio Growers (APG) recently announced its 13th LeadOn pistachio industry leadership class.  Selecting motivated individuals with vested interest in the success and future of the U.S. pistachio industry, APG has developed this program to prepare the next generation of pistachio industry leaders.  This year-long program is designed to provide a unique experience, consisting of leadership training and industry education seminars led by …

Yan Can Cook with Pistachios, Introducing APG’s Newest Ambassador

American Pistachio Growers was pleased to introduce their newest ambassador Martin Yan at their recent annual conference in a fun cooking competition setting.  World-renowned chef, famous for his 1982 cooking show, Yan’s new motto might very well be “Yan Can Cook with Pistachios and So Can You.” Watch this video and read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine. …

Pistachios Named Nut of the Year and Economic Impact

In a recent national food trends report, pistachios were named nut of the year.  Pistachio color, flavor and natural health benefits were highlighted as an official 2023 trend.  Watch this brief interview with Judy Hirigoyen from American Pistachio Growers (APG) as she explains the significance of this announcement.  Hirigoyen also highlights APG’s recent economic impact study.  Read more about it …

Remarkable Export Market Growth Shared at American Pistachio Conference

Watch this interview with American Pistachio Growers President Richard Matoian as he provides the latest shipment trends for US pistachios with remarkable results.  As shared at their annual pistachio industry conference, Matoian also conveys a realistic forecast for the future of the western pistachio industry, weighing out both concerns and confidence moving ahead. Special Thanks to American Pistachio Growers for sponsoring this …

Distinguishing Between Previous Recessions and Today’s Economic Circumstances

As inflation and fluctuating global economics raise concern for Americans and California farmers, watch this brief interview with world-renowned economic forecaster Marci Rossell.  Dr. Rossell recently addressed pistachio growers, processors and marketers at the annual Conference of American Pistachio Growers and shared some enlightening insights regarding the difference in today’s economic dynamics from the recessions of the past. Special Thanks …

Wonderful® Pistachios Calls Upon the Universe, a World Champion Eater, and TikTok Creators to “Get Crackin’”

The iconic “Get Crackin’” campaign that helped Wonderful® Pistachios become a household name is back! America’s #1 Nut®, Wonderful Pistachios, will feature nostalgic talent alongside some of the latest trends to relaunch Get Crackin’ and celebrate the unique ways people enjoy cracking open and eating pistachios. The campaign brings irreverent humor in a new series of commercials, will set world …

American Pistachio Growers Taps Chef Martin Yan As Global Brand Ambassador

American Pistachio Growers announced today that world-renowned Chef Martin Yan will join their team as a global brand ambassador. The news comes just ahead of the Pistachio Industry Annual Conference in Carlsbad, California, where Yan is slated to teach more than 1,000 pistachio farmers how to prepare his trademark Kung Pao Chicken with Pistachios themselves. With a career spanning over …

What to Expect at the American Pistachio Conference

In this video, American Pistachio Growers President Richard Matoian not only provides details on the latest pistachio shipment trends, but he also shares what growers can expect in attending what will likely be the largest American Pistachio Conference yet, coming up Feb. 27 – Mar. 1. Stay in the know and watch now! Please thank this video’s sponsor Suterra for their industry …

2022 Postharvest State of the Pistachio Industry

The 2022 western pistachio crop came in considerably shorter than was expected with all the new acreage coming into production. Watch this brief interview with Richard Matoian, President of the American Pistachio Growers, as he shares some of the factors that led to this as well as an update on shipments — based on his State of the Pistachio Industry …

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