Michael Kelley is the president and CEO of the Central California Almond Growers Association. With four shellers in two locations, the association is the largest huller/sheller of almonds in the world. Kelley shares several insights about the current state of the industry, including economics, logistics, technology, supply chain, and drivers of past, present and future success. “We're on track to have the largest return we've ever had to our members at a time that they really need it; so, it's a really nice way to celebrate the 60th anniversary.” - Michael Kelley In Today’s episode:Meet Michael Kelley, the president and CEO of the Central California Almond Growers AssociationDiscover how Kelley’s experience in the cotton industry has helped him in his role in the almond industryExplore the current state of the almond industry from Kelley’s perspective and the new technology he has implemented on their operationsThe Almond Journey Podcast is brought to you by the Almond Board of California. This show explores how growers, handlers, and other stakeholders are making things work in their operations to drive the almond industry forward. Host Tim Hammerich visits with leaders throughout the Central Valley of California and beyond who are finding innovative ways to improve their operations, connect with their communities, and advance the almond industry.ABC recognizes the diverse makeup of the California almond industry and values contributions offered by its growers, handlers, and allied industry members. However, the opinions, services and products discussed in existing and future podcast episodes are by no means an endorsement or recommendation from ABC. The Almond Journey podcast is not an appropriate venue to express opinions on national, state, local or industry politics. As a Federal Marketing Order, the Almond Board of California is prohibited from lobbying or advocating on legislative issues, as well as setting field and market prices.
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