NEWS IN A NUTSHELL
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Almond Facts
JULY | AUGUST 2016
Creating a Buzz about Pollinators
June 20 kicked off nationally recognized Pollinator Week in an effort to raise awareness of the importance of
pollinators and address the issue of declining pollinator populations. This week celebrates the invaluable contributions
bees, birds, butterflies, bats and beetles provide to our ecosystem. People worldwide celebrated the week by
participating in events and posting on social media. Pollinator Partnership initiated and manages Pollinator Week.
The organization was created to promote the health of pollinators through conservation, education and research. To
learn more about Pollinator Partnership and Pollinator week, visit Pollinator.org.
Almonds: The
#1 Snack Nut
A recent study conducted by the Sterling-Rice
Group confirmed that almonds are the nut of choice
for snacking and breakfast. The North American
consumers surveyed perceived almonds to be
nutritious, a source of energy and good for the heart.
In fact, 77 percent rated almonds as the most healthful
nut. And they are right, almonds are one of the most
nutritional tree nuts. They contain 6 grams of protein,
4 grams of fiber and monounsaturated fats, and are a
source of both Vitamin E and magnesium.
