- How many almonds kernels are in a pound? What is Count Per Ounce? What is CPO?
Whole raw almonds are sized by count per ounce [CPO]. For almonds that are sized and graded there will be a size listing on the side of the box, "Calif SSR 25/27". To determine how many almonds are in a pound from looking at the item designation, multiply the average CPO [26 in our example] by 16. In our example of 25/27, you could expect on average to see 416 kernels per pound [26 x 16= 416].
- Who do I call to buy BDG industrial almonds in North America?
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Blue Diamond Growers - Industrial Business
1802 C Street
P.O. Box 1768
Sacramento CA, 95814 USA
(916) 446-8500
industrialsales@bdgrowers.com
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- What are the main almond varieties?
The most popular variety is Nonpareil. The other major varieties include California, Carmel and Mission.
- How are almonds packed?
They are usually packed in 50 lb or 25 lb boxes. Roasted products are often packaged in foil and nitrogen flushed.
- What are Supreme and SSR?
Supreme has less chips and scratches and is the best grade of almonds. SSR is also popular but may contain more chips and scratches.
- What is the shelf life for the almonds?
Almonds have an excellent shelf life compared to many other tree nuts. If stored under the proper conditions almonds can easily exceed 12 months and in some cases up to 24 months. Check the Understanding and Maximizing Almond Shelf Life article for more detail.
- Are almonds GMO free?
Blue Diamond Almonds are not produced on genetically modified trees.
- How do you roast almonds?
We typically dry roast or roast in canola and /or safflower oil.
- Can you dice almonds?
Yes, we have many different diced sizes with different of granulations and cuts.
- When are almonds harvested, and where do they grow?
U.S. almonds are 100% grown in the central valleys of California. They are typically harvested in August - October depending on the variety.
