Did you know?

• Walnuts have been cultivated in California since the 1700’s when Franciscan missions planted walnut trees.
• Commercial production began in the late 19th century with orchards in Southern California.
• California’s Sacramento and San Joaquin Valley grow 99% of the english walnuts grown in the United States.
• 3/4 of the walnuts traded in the world come from California!
• There are more than 30 varieties of walnuts produced commercially.

Learn about Walnuts and Walnut Farmers from California Food Bloggers!

• The Seaside Baker – Recipe: Buttermilk Walnut Bread with Browned Butter Glaze
• The Seaside Baker – Recipe: Walnut Kale Basil Pesto
• California Greek Girl – Recipe: Walnut Pearl Barley Pilaf with Sweet Potatoes
• Pretty Yummy Foods – Recipe: Spinach and Walnut Pesto
• Crazy For Crust – Recipe: Maple Walnut Butter with Pie Crust Chips
• Little Leopard Book – Recipe: Thai Chicken Salad on Endive Spears

Want to learn more about walnuts in California?