The largest natural walnut forests can be found in Kyrgyzstan. Although walnuts have a high fat content, they provide a rich source of healthy omega-3 fatty acids that aid in preventing heart disease.
About the Producer:
At Dixon Ridge Farms, the Lesters use no-till cover crops, integrated pest management, composted manure, an energy efficient sprinkler system, recycled packaging, and solar panels. They also found a way to turn leftover walnut shells into electricity and gas that goes back into the process of drying and processing their walnuts.
At Dixon Ridge Farms, the Lesters use no-till cover crops, integrated pest management, composted manure, an energy efficient sprinkler system, recycled packaging, and solar panels. They also found a way to turn leftover walnut shells into electricity and gas that goes back into the process of drying and processing their walnuts.