Hazelnut growers in Oregon’s Willamette Valley are experiencing a record crop, both in quality and quantity. However, they will be encountering a competitive market with large hazelnut supplies from Turkey, Italy and Chile, and product development will be essential if Oregon growers want to maintain the competitive edge. Larry George from George Packing Co. spoke with Matthew Malcolm from Pacific Nut Producer to discuss this year’s harvest and the market outlook. Watch this quick video and learn more in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
Please thank this video’s sponsor George Packing Company for their industry support.
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Matthew Malcolm
Editor-in-Chief, Malcolm Media
Award-winning voice and advocate for the nation’s agricultural industries, Matthew Malcolm’s published work has appeared in state, regional and national magazines, radio, television, and social channels, since 2010. Matthew enjoys applying what he learns in ag to a small farming operation he runs. He is also an accomplished professional musician, husband and father.
Joseph Malcolm is an Emmy award winning videographer and editor. He is currently studying at Fresno State University and will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in mass communication and journalism with an emphasis in broadcast and digital journalism. When he’s not working with agriculture or studying at school, he is spending time with his family.