With a view to educate and create awareness about the technical aspects of American Pecans, New Mexican Department of Agriculture (NMDA) conducted an engaging seminar on the benefits of American Pecans today in New Delhi.
This move is a concerted effort from NMDA to popularise American Pecans in the light of the growing health-consciousness amongst Indians. Eminent speakers who were present at the Seminar included Dr Richard Heerema from New Mexico State University and Serena Schaffner, Managing Director — Global Marketing and Regulatory Affairs & American Pecan Council Promotion Board (APPB). The session was well attended by leading chefs, and well-known nutritionist Ritika Samaddar who gave useful health tips on Pecans and its health benefits.
Founded in 2016, the American Pecan Council is a group of passionate growers and shellers whose life work is dedicated to growing, harvesting and processing America’s only major tree nut — American Pecans. It is solely dedicated to showcase the diverse and versatile benefits, uses and remarkable history of America’s native tree nut. The purpose of APPB is to strengthen the position of American Pecans in the market place, maintain and expand markets for pecans and develop new uses for pecans.
