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Research for a Stronger Industry Advancing Almonds Globally Almonds continue leading new product introductions globally. In 2019, almond introductions increased by 12.6%, greatly outpacing all nut introductions (+8.2%) and total food introductions (+6.9%). 4 Almonds included in USDA's Coronavirus Food Assistance Program and Section 32 food purchase program through efforts led by the Almond Board and Almond Alliance of California. ABC global marketing and trade teams host tours for international media and leading food and beverage brands at harvest and bloom to share the California almond story. ABC partners with the most-decorated beach volleyball athlete Kerri Walsh Jennings leading up to the 2021 Summer Olympics to promote consumption of California almonds. ABC's Global Market Development team launches new advertising campaigns in the UK, India and China. Campaign advertised in India shown right. Achievements Abound Dr. Karen Lapsley retires from ABC after 21 years of industry service. Rob Kiss receives ABC's Almond Achievement Award at The Almond Conference 2019. 70 Years of Industry Service celebrated by the Almond Board of California. Almond Leadership Program Celebrates 12 Years and Raises $55,000 in scholarship funds for California FFA students. Almonds.com ABC debuts its new website in 11 regions around the world. 3 Billion Meat Lbs. USDA-NASS predicts record almond crop. 3,913 Attendees Record attendance at The Almond Conference 2019. = ABC-funded research discovers Whole Orchard Recycling can increase yields over time. 3 25 years of funding dedicated to bee health research. 25 years of ABC's nutrition research efforts. Most Raised by Any Class!