California is the leading producer of several types of nuts, generating 80% of the world's almonds and 75% of walnuts, along with 98% of U.S. pistachios. The inclusion of pecans as a state nut is particularly noteworthy as it is the only major nut native to the U.S. However, it is essential to note that these 'nuts' are technically drupesâseeds of stone fruits. Their production not only contributes substantially to the state's agriculture but also promotes sustainable practices by utilizing by-products such as shells for livestock bedding.
California's nut farms produce 80% of the world's almonds and 75% of the world's walnuts, making it a significant player in the global nut industry.
Although designated as state nuts, almonds, walnuts, pistachios, and pecans are technically not nuts, but the edible seeds of stone fruits, or drupes.
Pecans are the only major commercial nut in California native to the U.S.; their inclusion as a state nut demonstrates local agricultural pride.
The agriculture of these nuts in California employs innovative practices, using nut shells and hulls for livestock bedding, promoting sustainable farming methods.
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