2026 Subjective Yield Survey results
The results have been calculated, and the 2026 Subjective Yield Survey is projecting another record crop for American hazelnuts—143,720 tons. The Subjective Yield Survey is the only industrywide…
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Hazelnut Paste Market Size and Future Outlook
The global hazelnut paste market size was valued at USD 1,539.98 million in 2025. The market is projected to grow from USD 1,617.48 million in 2026 to USD…
Oregon hazelnuts, California pistachios push U.S. tree nut value to $13.1B
Record hazelnut and pistachio crops helped push U.S. tree nut utilized value to $13.1 billion in 2025, up 25% from the previous year, according to USDA’s Noncitrus Fruits and…
Hazelnut Sucker Removal
Hazelnut suckers can be a hassle for growers, as they compete with trees for key nutrients. Removing them regularly is crucial to maintaining a healthy orchard. At the…
U.S. Nut Industry Contributes $148.25 Billion to the Economy Annually and Supports More Than Half a Million Jobs
The Peanut and Tree Nut Processors Association (PTNPA) is proud to announce the release of its first-ever economic impact report, “Nut Numbers: The Economic Impact of the Nut…
The Story Behind Hazelnuts: From Farm to Ferrero’s most-loved treats
Every hazelnut used in Ferrero’s most-loved products carries a story. Behind that familiar taste is a journey shaped by care, craftsmanship, and farming communities around the world. As…
Processors stress need for new markets for Oregon hazelnuts
Processors say Oregon’s hazelnut industry must develop new markets for the crop and increase “pull” among consumers to ease price fluctuations if acreage keeps expanding. Over the past…
Hazelnut Hero: Salt & Straw
It takes a special kind of vision, a special kind of energy, to go from starting an ice cream company to starting thee ice cream company. Cousins Kim…
Micropropagation explained
Nurserymen are the gatekeepers for the Oregon hazelnut industry. They source the trees from Oregon State University and sell them to local growers. Many nurserymen sell trees as…
Hazelnut meal explained
Wheat flour alternatives are popping up on store shelves left and right, and for those seeking a little hazelnutty flavor in their gluten-free flours, we have the solution.…
Celebrating June Dairy Month with hazelnuts
June is recognized nationwide as Dairy Month–a month to celebrate all the hardworking dairy farmers, their cattle and the delicious ways dairy makes its to our tables. Oregon…
Shaking up hazelnuts with Burgerville
Since opening its first restaurant in Vancouver, Washington, in 1961 Burgerville has proudly connected Northwest farmers, ranchers and food producers to happy eaters. With headquarters still in Vancouver,…
Hazelnut oil explained
The list of ways to use hazelnuts is seemingly always growing. Chefs, food innovators and hazelnuts processors are all exploring new ways to incorporate that distinct hazelnut flavor.…
Environmental stewardship in a hazelnut orchard
April is Earth Month, and April 22 is Earth Day. We are all looking for new ways to be better friends to the planet and conserve our natural…
What are hazelnut farmers up to in spring time?
Spring has arrived on the farm! As tender, green buds begin to bloom on the branches, the window of opportunity to get to work on certain projects is…
Lillie Belle Farms makes chocolate dreams come true
Lillie Belle Farms started 20 years ago on a small berry farm in Jacksonville. The company was started as a way to use homegrown raspberries, which led to…