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AMERICAN PISTACHIO CONFERENCE

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Our Mission

To collectively advance the American pistachio industry through research, promotion, advocacy, and programs that directly benefit our members.

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Who we are.

American Pistachio Growers is an influential trade association of more than 800 growers, processors and industry suppliers. We are pragmatic partners ensuring economic viability of American-grown pistachios, across the globe.

What we do for you.

PROGRAMS & EVENTS

Several times a year, we bring together the American pistachio industry for continuing education, networking and inspiration. Our American Pistachio Conference attracts more than 1,000 members and businesses for workshops, trade interaction and motivational speakers.

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LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY

APG's strength is the ability to unify hundreds of pistachio growers in order to present one strong voice to both State and Federal Legislatures. We work diligently to ensure fair trade, favorable regulations, a reliable water supply and other issues you may face.

CURRENT EFFORTS

EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP

Opportunity abounds at APG to expand your expertise and develop leadership skills. Educational seminars, information dissemination to members, and the industry's only leadership development program, LeadOn, are designed to give you valuable information.

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NUTRITION RESEARCH

Only APG currently funds research in multiple countries, targeting the specific health interests of consumers and health professionals in each country. Working with respected research institutions, the peer-reviewed science is then used as the basis of all APG media outreach and promotion.

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INTERNATIONAL MARKETING

APG conducts advertising and public relations activities in prioritized international markets to build demand for your product ahead of supply. The goal of our promotional plan is to increase sales, establish U.S. product as the consumer and manufacturing preferred origin, and raise awareness of their unique health benefits.

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PRODUCTION RESEARCH

In partnership with the California Pistachio Research Board, APG has funded pistachio research projects for over ten years. This program began with a focus on production research but has evolved into four distinct research programs: entomology, horticulture, pathology and education.

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China Tariffs Increase

China Tariffs Increase APGov Report – May 2019 Edition Following the United States announcement that additional tariffs would be implemented on several Chinese imports, China’s State Council Customs Tariff Commission…

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SWRCB to Hear Proposal

SWRCB to Hear Proposal on Increasing Unimpaired Flows in the Delta   The California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) will look at a proposal next week that seeks to…

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Farm Bill 2018

The current Farm Bill was passed in 2014 and is set to expire in September 2018. Both the U.S. House and Senate have each developed their own versions of a…

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FDA Releases Guide for FSMA

The FDA has released a Small Entity Compliance Guide for FSMA which provides clarification on compliance dates and information on extensions. On August 24, 2016, FDA published in the Federal Register a…

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Pistachios Hit DC

  American Pistachio Grower Director of Government Relations Rob Nash traveled to Washington D.C. to advocate on behalf of American Pistachio Grower members. Rob’s daily agenda was packed with meetings,…

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Sacramento Lawmakers Ag Tour

As part of our on-going commitment to be a strong presence in our state capitol, our Director of Government Relations, along with fellow members of the Agricultural Presidents’ Council, have taken…

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2018 Water Bond Update

The Water Bond has officially been certified for the November 2018 ballot. With the Temperance Flat project receiving no state Proposition1 funding, passing the Water Supply and Water Quality Act…

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Temperance Flat Project

Earlier this month, the Temperance Flat Reservoir Project proponents made one last appeal directly to the California Water Commission for funding from the Proposition 1 (2014) Water Storage Investment Program…

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APG California PAC Update

On March 20, 2018, APG State PAC participated in a fundraiser dinner for Assembly Member Jim Cooper (D-Elk Grove). Assembly Member Cooper represents the 9th Assembly District of California, which includes…

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Resource Directory

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The Associate Member Directory is a simple resource that easily connects
growers and processors to various APG industry partners. From those
working in Alternative Energy Solutions and Crop Protection to Computer
Software/Programming and Irrigation Specialists, our associate member
directory is a valuable resource for our grower members.

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