The Nut Blog

Back to School with Maisie Jane’s: Nutritious Snack Packs for a Successful School Year!

Back to school is just around the corner—one month, or even less for some of you! The excitement of picking out a new backpack, shopping for fresh school clothes, and meeting your teacher for the year can be exhilarating yet overwhelming. With so many emotions swirling around, it’s easy to feel drained. But fear not, […]

Posted on July 22nd, 2024

Celebrate National Picnic Month with Maisie Jane’s

July is National Picnic Month, and it’s time to pack your basket, grab a blanket, and head outside for some sun-soaked fun! With Maisie Jane’s scrumptious products, you’re all set for the ultimate picnic experience. From delicious salads to hearty sandwiches, and a few fun activities thrown in, here’s how to make your picnic truly […]

Posted on July 10th, 2024

Celebrate the 4th of July with No-Bake Almond Butter Bars

Silver Dollar Speedway Fireworks

The 4th of July is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to gather with family and friends to celebrate our nation’s independence. With fireworks lighting up the sky, parades marching through the streets, and barbecues, the holiday is full of joy and festivity. But with a heatwave sweeping through Chico, no one […]

Posted on July 3rd, 2024

Celebrate National Smoothie Day with Maisie Jane’s Almond Butter!

Masie Janes chocolate shake

In honor of National Smoothie Day, we’re excited to offer a special 15% discount on all our almond butters! Use the code SMOOTHIE15 at checkout or click https://www.maisiejanes.com/discount/smoothie15 to have the discount automatically applied. Today, we’re sharing two of our favorite Maisie Jane’s Smooth Almond Butter smoothie recipes that are sure to make your taste […]

Posted on June 20th, 2024

Sustainable Almond Farming: Innovative Water Conservation Techniques

Almond farming is a cornerstone of California’s agricultural industry, responsible for producing over 80% of the world’s almonds. However, it faces significant challenges, primarily due to the state’s susceptibility to drought. Today, on National Drought Conservation Day, we at Maisie Jane’s reaffirm our commitment to promoting sustainable small family farming by employing cutting-edge technology and […]

Posted on June 17th, 2024

Celebrating Pollinator Month: Honoring Our Vital Allies

Introducing our “Buy for BEECause” campaign! This month, 3% of all online sales will go towards purchasing bee-friendly pollinator plants for an almond orchard, supporting the vitality of native bee species.  Stay tuned for exciting Pollinator Month sales and join us in making a difference! History of Pollinator Month June is celebrated as Pollinator Month, […]

Posted on June 4th, 2024

Celebrating Community Spirit: Join Us at the Silver Dollar Fair!

It takes many helpers showing the herd of goats!

  It’s fair time and what does that mean to Maisie Jane’s Family and her community?   The Prep I can’t think of a more special community affair, that lasts an entire week and involves the whole family, than the Fair. As I write this I have ear tags that need to be applied ready to go, baked goods in the oven […]

Posted on May 21st, 2024

From Orchard to Table: A Journey Through the World of California Walnuts with the Bertagna Family Farm

Jimmy Bertagna During Harvest.

As National Walnut Day approaches, we embark on a journey to explore walnut farming, deeply rooted in family traditions and sustainable practices. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of walnuts, from their life cycle to their unique benefits, sourced from the local Bertagna family farm right here in Chico, California.

Posted on May 17th, 2024

A Mother’s Day Dedication to Mary Jane Bertagna

Maisie Jane, Mary Jane, and Isabela at a but g trade show. Three generations working together

“Mother” must be one of the most profound nouns to all mankind.  It’s a word that exemplifies the very core of our existence.  Mothers in essence means ‘life’!  As if this one thing mothers provide isn’t enough to celebrate Mother’s Day and honor our mothers, I’d like to share why my ‘Wonder-woman’ of a mother is the reason I dedicate this […]

Posted on May 10th, 2024

Maisie Jane’s Family Trip to Vietnam – An Inside Glimpse of Cashews

Maisie Jane and Isidro fascinated with the fresh cashews and cashew fruit in Vietnam.

Did you know that the best cashews in the world are grown in Vietnam? At least for Maisie Jane’s handcrafted cashew products, we think so! Cashews need seasonally dry tropical climates to thrive, therefore they aren’t at their best when grown in the United States. 

Posted on April 26th, 2024