Pecans provide a sweet, mild flavor and are a good source of protein. They contain 90% unsaturated fat with more than 19 minerals and vitamins, including calcium, iron, manganese and zinc. As a nutrient-dense snack, they are cholesterol-free and contain mostly unsaturated fats that are high in antioxidants. Unless salted, these nuts contain very little sodium, making for a great fuel while hiking. Missouri Pecans grow naturally in the rich river bottom soils of Missouri, in the northernmost region of pecan production. Although slightly smaller than pecans grown in the south, the unique sweetness and higher oil content of these pecans result in extremely flavorful nutmeats preferred by many. Non-GMO Vegan No additives, preservatives, processing aids The 25 lb size is Kosher. The 25 lb size is gluten-free. These pecans are raw and have not been pasteurized. These pecans are smaller in size compared to southern hybrid varieties. Non-hybrid, no pesticides used. Cooler Climate, slower growth make these rare pecans sweeter and better tasting. Delicacy of the Osage Indians. We are Missouri Northern Pecan Growers, LLC, a company historically known for our sweet native Missouri Northern pecans. Some of our trees started producing pecans in the early 1700s, and in 2003 we acquired our first organic certification for these wild, organic American Native pecans. This certification is renewed annually to ensure our promise to provide the finest organic pecans available. Missouri Northern Pecan Growers has always been committed to ethical eating and guarantees our pecans to be free of toxic pesticides, herbicides and fungicides. Our organic certification ensures the public of our due diligence in offering a product that is not only tasty, but also abstains from harming the environment with unnecessary pollutants. With the prevalence of poisonous chemicals used in daily life, people have begun to become more conscientious about their food intake and the potential health hazards associated with food consumption. We support this awareness and want to help provide people with a naturally healthy, toxin-free snack. Encompassing gourmet and organic consumers and retailers worldwide, our goal at Missouri Northern Pecan Growers is to provide a natural product that tastes great and is beneficial to both humans and the environment. We feel that we have achieved that goal with our deliciously wild and organic American Native pecans.
