California Walnuts at PLMA 2026: Exchange on private label & product ideas

May 19–20, 2026 | PLMA “World of Private Label”, Amsterdam

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%.

In the news – Eat nuts. Live longer.

Phil Gowland, Commercial Director & Director of Health for Whitworths, is on a mission to improve consumers' health in the UK through the powerful benefits of nuts, seeds, and dried fruit. And this week, they have launched a new campaign across the UK – E

Year‑round activities: California walnuts builds visibility and demand

Die California Walnut Commission (CWC) ist ganzjährig im Markt aktiv, um die Nachfrage nach kalifornischen Walnüssen nachhaltig zu stärken und den Abverkauf zu unterstützen.

Walnuts & Longevity: research insights from Harvard

Mit der neuen Kampagne „Eat nuts live longer“ setzt der britische Hersteller Whitworths ein starkes Signal für die Weiterentwicklung der Kategorie Nüsse im Kontext von Gesundheit, Ernährung und pflanzenbasierten Produktkonzepten.

New studies show: Walnuts as a source of omega‑3 support brain development in children and adolescents

Two recent studies highlight once again the important role of maternal nutrition during pregnancy for children’s cognitive development – and suggest that this association may extend well beyond early childhood into adolescence.

California Walnut industry reports strong 2025/26 crop and growing demand in Germany

The 2025 growing season in California was exceptional. The industry entered the season with one of the lowest carry in inventories in years, much of which was sold out by the time the new crop began shipping.

POS promotion: mindful enjoyment of walnuts

Around Valentine’s Day, the California Walnut Commission implemented a targeted retail promotion focused on mindful enjoyment and self care.

Review and outlook: insights from Fruit Logistica and a look ahead to Internorga and PLMA 2026

The California Walnut Commission looks back on a successful Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin. The trade show offered numerous opportunities for exchange with retailers, product developers, importers, and processors.

California Walnuts Launches New Digital Campaign for Consumers

To further increase demand for California walnuts, a new digital campaign for the fall and winter season has been running since October.