Can almonds become a zero waste crop?

摘要

The Almond Board of California (ABC) has announced it is currently looking for ways to optimize almond co-products such as almond hulls, shells and other woody materials in order to reduce food waste. Changing market needs for these products has led the ABC to focus research investment on new uses which address manufacturing needs across several industries, among them food, automotive, pharmaceutical, cosmetics and plastics. This brings value to the California almond community, the economy, the local environment, and supports almonds on their journey to zero waste.