Pecan
Precan trees are deciduous, it is consider highly vigorous, it may reach up to 24-27mt high and its trunk can get up to 3-4mt diametre, prunning is a very useful practice to control the tree vigor and productivity.
It has a develop root system formed by a main root and a secondary system of superficial roots, which are distributed both horizontal and vertical.
Leaves are big and dull green rich in tanines, as well as the rest of the plant. It has masculine and femenine flowers that are incompatible within the same tree, so it takes 2 or more cultivars for a parcel to be polinated.
Pecans are ready to harvest once the shell begins to open; when recently picked they have an estimated humidity of 25-30%, and it must drop to almost del 4% before storage to be preserved.
The fruit is sorrounded by a woody shell. It is divided in its interior, in 2 or 4 cells, but not completely in which the edible part is contained.
Pecan is a great source of proteine and energy. Several reserchs have proven that most of the fat in pecans is unsaturated and its consumption helps to regulate blood cholesterol. pecans also contribuye with other healthy elements for a complete diet, like Fiber, Iron, Calcium, Vitamins and gamma- tocopherol, a great anitoxidant.
NUTRITIONAL TABLE
Portion size 1/4cup Peeled Pecan
Calories 167 kcal.
Total Fat 15gr
Monosaturated 10.5gr
Poli-insaturated 4.25gr
Saturated 0.25gr
Cholesterol 0.00gr
Carbohidratos 4.55gr
Dietary Fiber 2.0gr
Sugars 2.55gr
Proteine 2gr
Potasium 98mg
Phosphorous 73mg
Calcium 9mg
Iron 0.5mg
Zinc 1.4mg
Vitamin A 32 IU
Vitamin C 0.5gr
Vitamin E 0.8mg
Thiamine B1 0.2mg
Riboflavine B2 0.03mg
Niacine 0.23mg
Folate 10mg
| Packing | Weight | Presentation | Pallet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacs | 31 kg. | Bulk | ---- |