Ferrero Hazelnut Company has invested $340,000 to enhance hazelnut production in the U.S., with Oregon State University receiving $180,000 and Rutgers University $160,000. These grants aim to support collaborations with local hazelnut farmers and promote sustainable practices. The company, which sources hazelnuts from various countries, is focused on strengthening its North American supply chain. Notably, Ferrero has donated over $760,000 to OSU for agriculture projects and is working on breeding disease-resistant trees at Rutgers to boost production in the East.

Source: https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/ferrero-us-hazelnut-production-willamette-valley-oregon-new-jersey/733607/