In a Nut Shell
Characteristics and Health Benefits of Pecans
- Appearance: Light, Light amber to amber
- Texture: Firm, crunchy
- Flavor: Rich, long lasting, versatile
- Aroma: Sweet
- Nutrition:
- Pecans are a natural high quality source of protein
- Pecans contain natural antioxidants; Pecans are ranked highest in antioxidants among all nuts
- Pecans are naturally sodium-free, have no cholesterol, and contain no very few carbohydrates
- Pecans are high in monounsaturated fat, low in saturated fat and contain no Trans fat
- Excellent source of Vitamins: Vitamin A, Vitamin E, several B Vitamins and Zinc
Pecan Grades
- U.S. Extra Fancy – Well developed, uniform in color, not darker than “light”, uniform in size
- U.S. Fancy – Fairly well developed, uniform in color, not darker than “light amber”, uniform in size
- U.S. Choice – Not poorly developed, fairly uniform in color, not darker than “amber” unless specified, fairly uniform in size
- U.S. Standard – No requirement for fullness of kernel, no requirement for uniformity of color, may contain kernels “dark amber” or darker, no uniformity in size
Pecan Sizing Chart – Shelled Pecan Portfolio and Classifications
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| Mammoth Halves
250 or less count per / lb. |
Junior Mammoth Halves
251-350 count per / lb. |
Jumbo Halves
351-450 count per / lb. |
Large Halves
451-550 count per / lb. |
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| Medium Halves
551-650 count per / lb. |
Topper Halves
651-750 count per / lb. |
King Topper Halves
751 or more count per / lb. |
Extra Large Pieces
Will pass through: No limitation Will not pass through: 32/64 inch |
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| Large Pieces
Will pass through: 32/64 inch Will not pass through: 24/64 inch |
Halves & Pieces
Will pass through: No limitation Will not pass through: 20/64 inch |
Medium Pieces
Will pass through: 24/64 inch Will not pass through: 16/64 inch |
Small Pieces
Will pass through: 16/64 inch Will not pass through: 12/64 inch |
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| Topping Pieces
Will pass through: 12/64 inch Will not pass through: 8/64 inch |
Granules
Will pass through: 8/64 inch Will not pass through: 4/64 inch |
Meal
Anything that passes through a 4/64 inch round hole screen |
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Round Hole Screen
Pecan pieces are sized over round hole screens expressed in 1/64″ of an inch.
Pecan Halves
Sized by count of full kernels by pound
Organic Pecans
Debbie Roy Brokerage Company, Inc. mandates and sells “Certified 100% Organic Pecans”.
Sizes and Grades Are Available Upon Request