FAQ

Fancy- 15% piece Choice - 18% piece

According to the NOM: Fancy- Nut well developed, undamaged by any reason, with a content of shell and foreign matter not greater than 0.05 %; with an external color of the edible content with a variation of not more than 3.0% and a uniform size with a variation of no more than 10%. Choice- Walnut well developed, with no major variance at 8.0% damage from any cause, with shell and matter content foreign not greater than 0.15%, with a variation in its color not greater than 25.0% and a variation in its size not greater than 15.0%. According to USDA: Fancy-consists of pecan half-kernels which meet the following requirements: (a) For quality: (1) Well dried; (2) Fairly well developed; (3) Fairly uniform in color; (4) Not darker than “amber” skin color; (5) Free from damage or serious damage by any cause; (6) Free from pieces of shell, center wall, and foreign material; and, (7) Comply with tolerances for defects (see §51.1439); and, (b) For size: (1) Halves are fairly uniform in size; (2) Halves conform to size classification or count specified; and, (3) Comply with tolerances for pieces, particles, and dust Choice- The requirements for this grade are the same as those for fancy Halves except: (a) For quality: (1) No requirement for uniformity of color; and, (2) Increased tolerances for defects (see §51.1439); and, (b) For size: (1) No requirement for uniformity of size.

Maximum 4.5%

Our cutters are tuned to give us a piece size between 3/8" and 1/4" (9.5 mm and 6.3 mm), and over 85% of what the consumer receives is between these limits, and the rest can be be a little bigger or smaller.

Our deliveries and couriers are carried out through international logistics services and looking for the best options to deliver according to the best possible cost and the location and greater comfort of our clients.

In 20' containers we can load in bulk and there are 800 boxes (24,000 Lbs)

For those 40' containers destined for the interior of the USA or Canada, there are 22.5 pallets of 60 boxes each, that is, 1350 boxes = 40,500 Lbs.

We acknowledge the relevance of gluten-free nourishment to our community. That is why, at Rancho Pecana, pecans are the only product being processed in our facility and subject to the highest quality standards. This includes the prevention of exposure to gluten from other foods. Tree nuts* in their pure form, as are our pecans, are gluten-free [Naturally Gluten-Free]. In addition, the natural products supplied and used by Rancho Pecana are not genetically modified, and thus, have not come into contact with any Genetically Modified Products. Lastly, all of our finished products and in-shell pecans have not been irradiated before or after manufacturing. We hope that you enjoy our natural pecans and all of their vitamins, minerals, and protein; we are proud to provide the best quality of pecans from our hands to yours. * This includes peanuts, almonds, pecans, macadamia nuts, walnuts, pine nuts, pistachios, cashews, Brazil nuts and all other natural nuts.

You can find Rancho Pecana Pecans in our online store, Amazon USA, Amazon México, Walmart Marketplace and Etsy. If you have any questions regarding ordering online, we are happy to help! Email us for any questions at orders@ranchopecana.com

SNACKS A handful of pecans count as one serving (1 on per serving) and they provide 3 grams of protein, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals! BAKING Pecans have a high fat content, sweet taste and buttery consistency, making them a complementary accent to sweet baked goods. GOOD FOR YOUR HEART Pecans contain monounsaturated fats such as oleic acid along with phenolic antioxidants. BOOST YOUR ENERGY Pecans have fats, and fiber that boost your energy and keep you satisfied. Pecans have of calcium, magnesium, and potassium.

Yes we do! Each delivery of articles of food hereafter made by the undersigned is guaranteed as of the date of delivery to be: not adulterated or misbranded within the meaning of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, as amended; not an article which may not under the provisions of Section 404 or 505 of said Act to be introduced into Interstate Commerce; and, not in violation of the provisions of the Food Additives Amendment of 1958. This guarantee is in like terms applicable to any state law or municipal ordinance in which the definitions of adulteration or misbranded are substantially the same as those in said Federal Act. By the acceptance of this guarantee, you agree to promptly notify the undersigned in writing of any demand, complaint or proceeding for a claimed violation of any of the above-mentioned laws, giving the name and address of the complaining party and the product concerned. This guarantee is not assignable. Any guarantee heretofore issued which relates to the subject matter hereof is superseded by this guarantee which continues in full force until revoked by written notice.

Our wholesale sales are available for you starting with 1800LB. Please contact us as we'd be happy to talk with you regarding your wholesale inquiries. Our email for wholesale pecans is sales@ranchopecana.com

Rancho Pecana hereby declares that foods supplied by Rancho Pecana are not genetically modified and have not come into contact with any Genetically Modified Products. Nor are any products used that have been genetically modified. It is also hereby declared that all finished products and in-shell pecans have not been irradiated before or after manufacturing.

Store in cool dry hygienic environment away from strong odors. Shelf life: recommended temperature conditions from 33F to 40F for 1 year or less. Optional conditions: < 0F for 2 years or less. IMPORTANT NOTE: In case of modifying these parameters, the records keeping time policy shall be revised according to the Laws and the SQF Code.