The Almond Board of California is gearing up for the 2023 Board of Directors Election.
While formal election announcements will be distributed next month, the Almond Board wanted to provide an update on open positions for this year’s election. This year, there are three open positions: one independent grower position and two independent handler positions. Along with these three positions are also three corresponding alternate positions open for the election. Additionally, ABC will be seeking to fill an alternate independent grower position that remained vacant last fiscal year.
The Almond Board of California has created a new webpage, Almonds.com/Elections, where industry members can see the election timeline, view important dates and open positions, and read other frequently asked questions.
The Board of Directors guide the work of the almond industry’s federal marketing order (the Almond Board) and has led the California industry in the adoption of innovative research programs, expanding demand-building initiatives ahead of increasing supply, and leading through challenges to the industry’s reputation. Representing over 7,600 growers and approximately 100 handlers across the state, the Almond Board is responsible for establishing policy, recommending budgets and programs to the Secretary of Agriculture for approval, and reviewing program results and effectiveness.
Currently, nearly 200 active almond industry members volunteer to serve on ABC’s Board, Board-appointed committees, subcommittees and working groups. Getting involved provides an opportunity to help shape future successes, ensuring consumers and stakeholders support the industry’s vision that California almonds make life better by what we grow and how we grow.
If you are interested in learning more about running for a position on the Board of Directors, please contact ABC at ABCBODElections@almondboard.com.
