Environmental Committee
The
Environmental Committee provides leadership on a broad range of environmental
issues that affect the production of almonds in California. The
Committee
is coordinated by Gabriele Ludwig,
Associate Director, Environmental Affairs,
and consists of seven members and seven alternates. The
committee funds research projects that develop data relevant to the regulatory
process and examine methods that reduce the impact of almond growing on the
environment.
Environmental Mission Statement
Our Committee will develop and promote almond production practices that are
based on sound scientific research, common sense and a respect for the
environment, resulting in a plentiful, healthy and safe food product available
at a reasonable price.
Environmental Committee Goals
- Proactively seek solutions to emerging environmental challenges
- Provide a clearinghouse of information for industry data, research
results and grower-oriented solutions
- Inform growers of reduced risk production practices that complement
Integrated Pest Management systems
- Inform consumers about almond growing practices that support good land
stewardship
- Pursue partnerships to seek ways to improve the impact of agriculture
production on water, air and soil resources