CA Walnut Harvest To Top Records In 2010
Folsom, CA, United States (AHN) – California’s walnut industry will harvest a record crop of nuts this year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
The agency predicts the 2010 yield to be 510,000 short tons, a 17 percent increase over 2009′s crop of 437,000 and more than double crop production from the year 2000.
California Walnut Board member Jack Mariani said in a statement, “This has been an excellent growing year–a nice wet winter and trees were strong and healthy. This estimated record crop along with the shortest carry-ins on record and vigorous consumer demand will help grow the industry.”
The nut is linked to cardiovascular health and an essential omega-3 essential fatty acid.
California walnuts account for 99 percent of the commercial U.S. supply and three-fourths of world trade.
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