CALIFORNIA
PISTACHIOS
SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainability Practices
As we continue to grow, our philosophy of thoughtful and sustainable expansion drives all of our efforts. We are here to feed the world with nutrient-dense pistachios and make it a better place. We utilize innovative methods to maximize opportunities during the growing, harvest, and processing time to employ sustainable and forward-thinking business practices. These efforts create a sustainability loop, ensuring that 100% of all discarded products from the process are converted back into valuable inputs, even enriching the soil. We will continue this massive undertaking with pride, always mindful of our environmental footprint, as we work towards a cleaner and greener future for all.
Regenerative Farming
We are advocates of regenerative agriculture, a holistic approach to farming that prioritizes soil health and biodiversity to promote sustainable and resilient ecosystems. It involves implementing practices that minimize negative impacts on the environment and actively improves it. In addition, healthy soils are the foundation for healthy orchards, and our commitment to regenerative agriculture has been vital to improving pistachio quality for all pistachio growers. By embracing regenerative agriculture, we are protecting the environment and helping pistachio orchards to thrive for generations.
Preserving Water
We know firsthand how important it is to preserve our most precious natural resource, water. We recycle and reuse 135 million gallons of water annually. We also capture essential rainwater, which is then put back onto pistachios trees using drip irrigation, efficiently producing an abundant crop.
Solar Power
We’re proud to operate one of the largest solar power systems in California’s Central Valley—a 1.7-megawatt system that supplies the energy we need to run our post-harvest activities, from processing and packaging to cold storage and shipping. This investment in renewable energy reflects our ongoing commitment to sustainability and innovation in every step of our operation.
Recycling Hulls
150 million pounds of hull biomass are repurposed annually on a 40-acre composting facility that recycles 100% of our biomass ag-waste. This nutrient-rich composting material is then reused on orchards to recharge the soil and further reduce the need for pest control applications and soil amendments.
Repurposing Shells
Our pistachio shells are thoughtfully repurposed and utilized in the construction of roadbeds, a sustainable practice that not only minimizes airborne dust particles but also contributes to cleaner air by reducing the need for traditional, more polluting materials.
Ecosystem Habitat Preservation
We protect existing ecosystems in our pistachio orchards by preserving the natural habitats of native species. We installed owl nest boxes in many of our orchards to shield native owls from the elements and predators, encouraging owl nesting in agricultural areas. By increasing owl habitation, we manage pest populations sustainably, avoiding artificial pest control methods.
