Tag: Walnuts

Husks of fallen walnuts can become toxic to livestock, and lethal to dogs if ingested due to a mycotoxin called ‘Penitrim A’, which is produced by Penicillium mould. Are walnuts toxic to humans? The fruit, leaves and roots of black walnut trees contain a chemical, juglone, that can have a devastating impact on the roots […]

In general, even conventionally grown walnuts show little pesticide residue on the shelled nut. However, pesticides used in non-organic walnut production are hazardous to farmworkers and to local ecology, so choose organic walnuts whenever possible or talk to your local walnut farmer about his/her growing practices. Is it better to eat organic walnuts? While nuts […]

How Long Do Walnuts Last. Unshelled walnuts stay fresh in the pantry for about 12 months. Of course, it’s not like after that period all the nuts should be discarded. But chances are at least a few of them will be dried out or stale, and some of them rancid. How do you know when […]

If walnuts lay in the green hulls until they turn black, tannin and juglone will penetrate the shell and stain the pellicle of the kernel leaving it with a distinctive bitter soapy flavor. What do rancid black walnuts taste like? Some described the nuts as “grassy” and “floral,” while others found them unpleasantly bitter—even questioning […]

California. Domestically, California is the nation’s number one walnut producer, accounting for nearly all walnuts produced in the U.S. (Fig 1). Who is the largest producer of walnuts? The world’s top 5 walnut producing countries are: China. United States. Chile. Iran. Ukraine. Where do walnuts grow in the United States? More than 99% of the […]

Walnuts that are still unshelled can keep their freshness for up to 12 months. You can keep them in your pantry, fridge, or freezer with the same time of shelf life. However, if you bought walnuts that have been shelled, you have less time to enjoy them. How long do walnuts last in pantry? How […]

The English walnut (Juglans regia) is a majestic tree with a broad crown. Grown as a shade tree, it also produces edible, nutrient-rich nuts used in all types of recipes or simply eaten raw. Native to southwest Asia and southeast Europe, the tree is an important commercial crop in California, Oregon and Washington. Does English […]

Walnuts are an indigenous fruit species of California. Juglans californica is native to Southern California and the Central Valley, whereas Juglans hindsii is native to the northern parts. Franciscan Fathers first introduced the English walnut around the 1770s from South America to California. What nut trees are native to California? Juglans californica, the California Black […]

North America. Juglans nigra, the eastern American black walnut, is a species of deciduous tree in the walnut family, Juglandaceae, native to North America. It grows mostly in riparian zones, from southern Ontario, west to southeast South Dakota, south to Georgia, northern Florida and southwest to central Texas. Where do most black walnuts come from? […]

Black walnuts are also high in anti-inflammatory compounds, so supplement manufacturers sell the extract as a pill. Black walnuts contain three main components that make them beneficial when consumed – antioxidants, polyunsaturated fats, and phenolic compounds. What are the benefits of eating black walnut? Black walnuts have higher levels of antioxidants, polyunsaturated fatty acids, and […]

Walnuts are an exceptionally nutritious nut. They have higher antioxidant activity and significantly more healthy omega-3 fats than any other common nut. This rich nutrient profile contributes to the many health benefits associated with walnuts, such as reduced inflammation and improved heart disease risk factors. Are California walnuts healthy? California Walnuts have the HEART UK […]

Toasting Black Walnuts makes the nuts crunchier, while adding texture and more flavor to just about any dish. We love using toasted Black Walnuts as a robust topping to salads, steamed vegetables, and pasta. Toasted nuts are also great to eat alone as a nutritional snack or mixed with your favorite trail mix. Do walnuts […]

Black and English walnuts can grow throughout the United States and Southern Canada. However, major walnut commercial orchards are found mainly in California, but also in Illinois, Minnesota, Indiana, Missouri and Iowa. Where do English walnuts grow best? Black walnuts can grow in hardiness zones 4 through 9, while English walnuts prefer zones 3 through […]

The final product resembled a dusty truffle. “Could we eat these?” was a popular question as the black walnut dust caked our fingers. Turns out, yes, those green balls you find scattered all over your sidewalk, backyard deck or on walking trails, are very edible – but it’s a lot of work. Are black walnuts […]

Fresh walnuts will smell nutty and have a sweet, nutty taste. Walnuts that smell like paint thinner and have a very bitter taste are rancid and need to be thrown away. What should I look for when buying walnuts? Avoid buying those with shells that show cracks or holes. Nuts should feel weighty for their […]

The United States is the second largest producer of walnuts, accounting for approximately one third of the total world production. Domestically, California is the nation’s number one walnut producer, accounting for nearly all walnuts produced in the U.S. (Fig 1). Where do the best walnuts come from? The middle part of Chile, such as Santiago, […]

99%. More than 99% of the walnuts in U.S. are grown in the fertile soils of California’s Central Valley. And this is made possible by the efforts of the more than 4,500+ growers (and nearly 90 handlers) that have been growing walnuts of the highest quality for over a century. Are most walnuts grown in […]

A pitted shell encases a fibrous, leather sheath that splits as the nuts begin to ripen in the fall and indicates that walnut tree harvesting is nigh. Once you are done harvesting the walnuts, you can eat them right away, but keep in mind they won’t be quite like those purchased ones at the grocers. […]

LOS ANGELES: Consuming walnuts may lower the prevalence and frequency of depression, and improve concentration levels, according to a study carried out in American adults. Do walnuts help with anxiety? The omega-3 fatty acids, specifically EPA and DHA, help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. As mentioned, tryptophan is essential for the synthesis of serotonin. […]

Substantial evidence from animal and human studies suggests that dietary consumption of walnuts (1–2 oz per day) can improve cognitive function and also reduce the risk of other diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, depression, and type 2 diabetes, which are risk factors for the development of dementia. Does walnuts help with memory? A new study […]