GROWING THE GOODNESS
Christine Gemperle Presents at The Forum Last month, Blue Diamond grower Christine Gemperle delivered an engaging presentation on sustainability in agricultural systems with a focus on almond production to members of The Forum at Rancho San Antonio. Her talk and question-and-answer session captivated the audience from start to finish. The members at The Forum (also a cooperative) even asked how Blue Diamond farmers are encouraged to employ sustainable practices. This provided Gemperle with the great opportunity to discuss Blue Diamond ’s Orchard Stewardship Incentive Program (OSIP) and the benefits it brings to growers and consumers. Fellow grower and former Blue Diamond board director, John Monroe, was in attendance and expressed his own pride in being a Blue Diamond member listening in the audience. Gemperle was pleased to discuss the work being done across the industry stating that events like these highlight the importance of face-to-face conversations that increase understanding and inspire ongoing, open dialogue. Those discussions, she noted, often extend beyond the room as attendees share what they’ve learned within their own circles. Gemperle also highlighted the value of having the Almond Board of California communication materials on hand to reinforce key messages. With that, current Blue Diamond data will allow her to provide even more precise insights in the future on the growing number of members engaging in sustainable practices. Christine Gemperle presenting at The Forum
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ALMOND FACTS
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