Through the KIND Almond Acres Initiative, the company tested regenerative agriculture practices and innovative technologies in California, home to approximately 80% of the world's almond production.
Vör's SQF-certified, dedicated nut facility enhances operational capabilities, while its predominantly U.S.-sourced ingredients improve traceability and lead times to meet growing customer demand.
The grants will support collaborative efforts from Oregon State University and Rutgers University with local farmers, producers and distributors to advance sustainability and efficiency in the hazelnut industry.
Through a partnership with Wolfe's Neck Center, KIND will have line of sight to ensure over 30% of its almond supply chain is leveraging regenerative practices on a mass-balance basis by 2025.
The acquisition of this almond-only facility in Turlock, Calif. eliminates the need for Once Again to ship almonds cross-country between California and its headquarters in upstate New York.
This new group brings together four Duravant operating companies to deliver a portfolio of optical sorters, vibratory conveyers, graders and other processing solutions for walnuts, almonds and pistachios, as well as dried fruits.