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 The
rich, nutty taste of Georgia Pecans
can enhance the
flavor of any dish. But more than just a savory sensation,
pecans provide essential nutrients like oleic acid, which can
help lower "bad" LDL cholesterol levels. Pecans are also rich
in vitamin E, thiamin, magnesium, and copper, and are a good
source of fiber.
There are over 500 varieties of pecans, of which only
three are common: Georgia produces all three varieties and
leads the nation in pecan production, averaging 88 million
pounds each year. That is enough pecans to make 176 million
pecan pies!
Aside from bearing this prized fruit, pecan trees, a member of
the hickory family, are prized for their lumber because they
make beautiful furniture, flooring and paneling. |
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