INNOVATION INSPIRATION FROM THE UK: PUTTING WALNUTS AT THE CENTRE OF THE PLATE

What happens when walnuts move from a familiar ingredient to the centre of a meal? UK brand Whitworths provides an innovative example with Nutty Kitchen Supermince, a plant-based mince alternative made from California walnuts, lentils and red quinoa.

EXPERIENCE CALIFORNIA WALNUTS LIVE AT FI EUROPE 2026

How can California walnuts inspire new food concepts? At Fi Europe 2026 in Frankfurt, visitors to the California Walnuts booth can experience their versatility first-hand.

CALIFORNIA WALNUTS DRIVES VISIBILITY AT EDEKA

California Walnuts continued its retail engagement with EDEKA this year with a nationwide promotional campaign designed to strengthen visibility and encourage consumer purchase.

MORE TRANSPARENCY FOR BUYERS: NEW CALIFORNIA MARKETABLE WALNUT POSITION REPORT

The California walnut industry is introducing a new approach to providing buyers with a clearer picture of available supply.

Smaller portions, new expectations for food products

GLP-1 medications are no longer being discussed solely in a medical context. Retailers, food manufacturers, and market researchers are also examining their potential impact on shopping and eating habits.

Omega-3 in focus: growing relevance of plant-based nutrition

Omega-3 fatty acids are an important part in a balanced diet that play critical roles in brain function, heart health, and cell membrane structure. Since the body cannot produce them on its own, they must be obtained regularly through food.

POS promotion at retail: second activation completed successfully

The California walnut industry invests in key markets around the globe, including Germany and the Netherlands, to educate consumers and all levels of the supply chain about the health benefits of walnuts while providing retail sales activation ...

The next phase of plant-based: What does it mean for ingredients and product development?

Recent reporting by Lebensmittel Zeitung and consumer insights from YouGov show that the market for plant-based alternatives continues to evolve.

Growth potential for the walnut category: key areas for future development

How can the walnut category grow in the future? Walnuts are still too often perceived as a baking ingredient rather than as versatile, nutrientrich foods for everyday use. This is exactly where significant growth potential lies.

California walnut industry update: Market and weather conditions

Sales volumes of California walnuts continue to follow traditional month‑to‑month patterns. The industry’s overall committed/sold position currently stands at approximately 90–95%.