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Dear brothers and sisters,
It happened. On Monday,March 9th it happened. A judge in a federal court, in Washington, tossed out a lawsuit brought by almond growers challenging the USDA’s mandatory pasteurization of almonds. This rule has been in effect since September 2007. It requires that organic almonds be treated with steam and conventional almonds with propylene oxide a poisonous gas and known carcinogen. This has been a defeat for the forces of aliveness in this country. It is tragic that one of the most nutritious and health giving of foods is required by law to be either steamed or fumigated.

Our business is built upon the California almond. For nearly 30 years we’ve been purchasing organic almonds grown in California. We are proud to support California family farmers. Now the law exempts imported almonds from the rule. We’ve been utilizing, most reluctantly, European almonds. We’ve decided to return to our roots, henceforth we shall sell only California almonds and use only California almonds in making our almond butter.They are of higher quality and more nutritious. They are grown in the wondrous fertile soil of the Central Valley. It was once a great inland sea. California almonds are sweeter and their flavor is richer and more complex. They are simply the best.

This means that almonds that we shall be offering will have been processed using a minimal amount of heat in compliance with the USDA rule. They are exposed to steam for 18 seconds at 210- 215°F. Then for 44 seconds they are moved through a dehydrating tunnel to remove the moisture resulting from the steam..The circulating air temperature is 391- 395°F. During this process the almonds are 221-220°F on their surface and 110- 115°F at their core.

At Living Tree Community Foods we feel it is essential to support family farmers. They are threatened as never before. As the Cornucopia Institute tells us, growers of organic almonds have watched their operations disintegrate; as a result of the treatment mandate, consumers and retailers have turned to foreign suppliers. But in so doing, they are undermining what is alive and living in American agriculture. Consider, that a moment ago,the US led the world in the production of organic sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds. Now virtually all are imported from China. We must not allow this to happen again! American almond growers must never be outsourced!!.

This is but a temporary defeat. The growers are looking into alternatives. Consider, for example,that ground beef and raw milk are inherently more dangerous. They are inspected regularly by government inspectors. The same could be done, at least with organic almonds. Then there are several new, non- thermal pasteurization procedures utilizing ozone and ultraviolet light. Alternatively, why not simply put a warning on a jar of raw almond butter-Beware, beware his flashing eyes,his floating hair!

Henceforth we shall offer only California almonds. We do so with joy and gladness. What we lose with pasteurization, we more than gain by supporting California family farmers. They symbolize what is alive and vibrant in this America. By supporting California family farmers we are realizing Abraham Lincoln’s vision of a “new birth of freedom”. We are saying yes to life!

With good wishes,

Jesse Schwartz,Ph.D.
President
Living Tree Community Foods

Alive New Products At Living Tree

Organic Walnut Butter-New!

Purchase Organic Walnut Butter

For your delight we have slowly sliced organic walnuts into a butter that goes so well on apple slices and also celery and carrot sticks. Try adding chopped raisins and honey! What hors d'oeuvres you'll make! Walnuts are a good source of omega-3 essential fatty acids, a special type of protective fat the body cannot manufacture. Regular consumption of walnuts helps in lowering cholesterol levels and controlling high blood sugars.Walnuts provide protein and phosphorus as well as vitamins B and D.

Alive, Organic Black Sesame Oil-New!

Purchase Black Sesame Oil

We are delighted to bring you our newest product created from UNHULLED organic black sesame seeds. This is a most delicious oil, try it on a broccoli bud or celery stick. It is a highly concentrated expression of UNHULLED Black Sesame Seeds and digests immediately. Black Sesame seeds are said to be effective in mitigating premature gray hair. An excellent source of calcium for those avoiding cow’s milk. Made from UNHULLED, black sesame seeds. Used in traditional Chinese medicine to nourish and fortify the liver and kidney yin. Said to help blurred vision, tinnitus and dizziness. Used traditionally to help patients recover from severe illness. Will nourish blood deficiency in the body and it lubricates the intestines and helps move the bowels. Watch Black Sesame Oil being created!

For Your Vivacity-This Month

The New Crop Olive Oil is Here
Purchase Alive, Oranic Olive Oil	This olive oil has been made from olives harvested in January. It is cloudy, the sediment has not yet settled. It is the cloudiness of life! Your olive oil is so great! It has made my skin softer and my hair shinier. It's taste is like nectar and there is no substitute for the smoothe, raw goodness that cleanses your insides and outsides. This is pure love in a bottle. It makes a fine gift and I can't wait for my mom to try it! Thank you all at the Living Tree Community for olive oil that tastes so good and is really healthy too! Maria Shaheen Atlanta, Georgia
Hi, this wonderful order arrived this afternoon. All safe and sound. I cannot wait to taste everything. I know the olive oil is out of this world as well as the raisins. Now, checked out the dried mangos. Wonderful! Have not tried the spreads yet, but, will do so as soon as I can. We cannot use any other olive oil but yours. I give it away to my friend and son to get them hooked on it. You know, all other olive oils that I have used will turn rancid if not used right up. No foolin'. Your olive oil is so great I can take a teaspoon of it and want more. I am truly sorry that it took so long for me to find your company. I have used your products about a year now, so I know what I speak when I say how wonderful everything is that you offer. The bonus' are so wonderful and I do thank you very much. And since I am an elder, I appreciate your free raisins. Thank you, thank you. Janet Marsh Hastings, New York

John Muir Trail Mix Bonus!
	We have created a organic mix of nuts, dried fruit, and edible seeds to honor John Muir, one of America's great prophets.It’s a combination of 5 nuts,3 edible seeds and 4 dried fruits,namely, organic almonds, organic cashews, organic walnuts, organic pecans, organic macadamias, organic pumpkin seeds, organic sunflower seeds, organic cacao nibs, organic sun dried raisins, organic sun dried tomato slices,organic pear halves and organic sun dried, pitted prunes.
Hello! I recently placed my first order with you and was thrilled with the yummy food! The macadamias were incredible, and the nursing mom raisins were a surprising treat, the best raisins I'd ever tasted! But I am writing to tell you of my experience with the trail mix you generously included. I was called to town one day to play a gig, and I had never left my newborn, so I was a bit sad about that. As I ran out the door, I grabbed your trail mix. I headed to the gig, feeling torn about leaving my little one and drove in a bit saddened. While returning home a few hours later, rushing, driving as fast as I could, I opened the trail mix and mindlessly began to eat. After a bite or two, I slowed down and realized I was experiencing a warm feeling of love. This food seemed so full of love! I was almost in tears. I've heard the talk that you prepare food with love, but now I really felt it. I will be ordering more soon! Thank you! Ami Campbell

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