Prunes have the reputation for being a laxative because of their high dietary fibre content. However, this fibre also aids in reducing cholesterol levels. Prunes are rich in fibre because of their high levels of pectin. The prune is also notable for its levels of vitamin B6, potassium, and iron.
Recipe:
Fruited Pork Tenderloin
About the Producer:
The old-fashioned traditions of hard work, integrity and service, have long been the mainstays of their business model for success. For over 30 years, these have been the ingredients of the success for the Sowden Bros., an organic farming operation that grows approximately 350 acres of certified organic prunes in the heart of the Sacramento Valley. The Sowden Bros. are first generation farmers. In 1976, they bought a 25 acre prune ranch in Southern Butte County. This was their start. Today they farm nearly 350 acres of organic prunes near Live Oak, California. Live Oak is a small town in the fertile traditions, just east of the Sutter Buttes, 60 miles north of Sacramento. They also buy prunes from other organic growers. All of the prunes they grow, buy, and process are certified organic by QAI.
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Ingredients:
Organic pitted prunesProduct Status:
Certified OrganicOrganic Certifying Body:
Pro-CertCountry of Origin:
USAAllergen Information:
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About the Producer:
The old-fashioned traditions of hard work, integrity and service, have long been the mainstays of their business model for success. For over 30 years, these have been the ingredients of the success for the Sowden Bros., an organic farming operation that grows approximately 350 acres of certified organic prunes in the heart of the Sacramento Valley. The Sowden Bros. are first generation farmers. In 1976, they bought a 25 acre prune ranch in Southern Butte County. This was their start. Today they farm nearly 350 acres of organic prunes near Live Oak, California. Live Oak is a small town in the fertile traditions, just east of the Sutter Buttes, 60 miles north of Sacramento. They also buy prunes from other organic growers. All of the prunes they grow, buy, and process are certified organic by QAI.
For more information, please visit Our Farmers & Partners.