Hold off on cracking those walnuts until you're ready to use them, because once you’ve cracked them open, their flavor starts to fade if not stored properly.
Once cracked, put them in an air-tight container, and place them in the refrigerator for better shelf life.

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History (or rather #HERstory ) was made today when 120+ countries United Nations declared 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer. Thank you to our Dept. of Agriculture women leaders - Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small and Dept. of Agriculture Under Secretary Alexis Taylor - for leading the charge for women farmers around the world

Today Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small joined Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield and the United Nations General Assembly to declare 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer. The worldwide observance will call attention to the vital role that women play in global food and agricultural production. ➡️ usda.gov/media/press-re…

From the field to the factory, from the classroom to the boardroom, women are fundamental to the future of agriculture. Dept. of Agriculture is proud to have led the U.S. government’s efforts in support of declaring 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer. usda.gov/media/press-re…

Delve into the success of USDA's recent Trade Mission to India in our latest blog post by Ron Tanner, Food Export Partnership Consultant. 🌏

Read more about the Trade Mission to India: loom.ly/f2cXOGU

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#DidYouKnow research suggests that #CaliforniaWalnuts could help increase the levels of beneficial gut bacteria, supporting a healthier gut flora. A healthy gut ensures better absorption of nutrients to support digestion, immune system, improved mood, and much more.
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USDA Under Secretary Taylor wrapped up a busy Saturday in 🇱🇰 visiting New Anthoney’s - Sri Lanka’s first green certified poultry producer. The company's motto, “Fed with Sustainable U.S. Soy,” left us feeling hopeful for the future of #ClimateSmartAg and sustainable agriculture!

Today in Sri Lanka, Dept. of Agriculture Under Secretary Alexis Taylor visited the Pussalla Feed Mill. The mill crushes imported US soymeal. #DYK in 2023, the US exported $101.69 million of soybean meal to Sri Lanka. Find more info on 🇺🇸 exports to 🇱🇰 at fas.usda.gov/regions/sri-la…. USSEC

ASA Director Brad Doyle (AR) joined a trade delegation of officials from USDA, USTR, state ag departments & other farm groups in New Delhi this week to meet with Indian officials & companies. Learn more: ow.ly/RGnB50Rpa8S

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Lots of successes this week in India. With more than 500 biz-to-biz 🇺🇸🇮🇳 meetings, we're excited for the sales to come through for US ag producers. 💸 Have you ever attended a Dept. of Agriculture #AgTradeMission ? The application period for the Colombia ATM is open now! fas.usda.gov/newsroom/usda-…

Chef Neha Deepak Shah and Dept. of Agriculture Under Secretary Taylor are on a flavor adventure! From crunchy Washington apple salads to nutty California almonds & walnuts koftas topped with a tangy cranberry chutney, they're celebrating the best of U.S. produce in an explosion of taste!

Fresh Washington apples 🍎 & tasty California tree nuts 🌰 can be found all around Indian markets! A favorite part of the Dept. of Agriculture #AgTradeMission to 🇮🇳 was seeing the increase in 🇺🇸 foods available to shoppers, thanks to tariff reductions on US ag products. usda.gov/media/press-re…

USDA Under Secretary Taylor & CDFA Secretary Ross share a passion for advocating for 🇺🇸 ag trade. They were happy to see CA almonds & walnuts in 🇮🇳 during the #AgTradeMission . #DYK about 20% of US ag production is exported, providing a significant share of producers’ 💵 receipts.

We saw first-hand how Nutraj uses American pistachios, walnuts, cranberries, and tree nuts to fuel their “Passion for Nutrition.” That passion carries into the company’s work in using agriculture to uplift women and their communities. #WomenInAg #AgTradeMission

Join us in celebrating Earth Day at the hottest ATM ever, where we pay tribute to women in agriculture spearheading sustainability initiatives across India, the U.S., and beyond! This USDA Agribusiness Trade Mission (ATM) presents a prime opportunity for U.S. companies to connect

I had a productive discussion with Dept. of Agriculture lead Under Secretary Taylor and Randhir Jaiswal, focusing on our partnership for the International Year of the Woman Farmer. Inspired by India's achievements in the International Year of Millets, we're dedicated to empowering women in

#DYK 47 US food and ag businesses are part of the Dept. of Agriculture delegation on the #AgTradeMission in India! Today the 🇺🇸 exporters were paired up with 🇮🇳 buyers for targeted B2B meetings🤝. The diverse delegation speaks volumes about the export sales potential for US food & ag products.

This Dept. of Agriculture #AgTradeMission spotlights the ongoing collaboration between our two nations that brings mutual benefits in agriculture, trade, & economic opportunities. We look to agriculture to advance the #USIndiaFWD efforts of tackling climate challenges and its many intricacies.

Building relationships & expanding trade is the goal of the India #AgTradeMission & our meeting w/Minister Shri Sunil Barthwal, Commerce Secretary @DoC_GoIour. Market development, creating science-based policies & enhancing food security creates common ground. 🇺🇸🇮🇳 #USIndiaFWD

Day 2 of the Dept. of Agriculture #AgTradeMission to India brought much inspiration as #WomenInAg from 🇺🇸 & 🇮🇳 came together for lunch & conversation. Female entrepreneurs and agribusiness owners dished out success stories & shared their goals for advancing female empowerment in agriculture.