Pecans are a versatile and tasty nut of the South. But they are also an important part of North Carolina agriculture. According to NC Extension, in a full crop year, North Carolina pecan producers grow more than 5 to 6 million pounds. NC orchards range in size from small, backyard trees to production orchards up to 30 acres. Learn fun facts about the nutritious nut.
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The name “pecan” comes from Algonquin origin with a meaning similar to “all nuts requiring a stone to crack.”
Source: Camden County, North Carolina
