California produces four state nuts: walnuts, almonds, pistachios, and pecans, accounting for a significant portion of global production. The state excels in producing 80% of the world's almonds and 75% of its walnuts. Additionally, 98% of U.S. pistachios are grown here, while pecans were added as a state nut in 2017, being the only native commercial nut. Interestingly, these so-called nuts are seeds of stone fruits called drupes. California's nut industry also finds eco-friendly uses for the shells, highlighting its impact on both economy and sustainability.
California's agricultural landscape is remarkable, producing 80% of the world's almonds and 75% of the world's walnuts, reflecting its significance to global food supply.
While these state nuts are popularly recognized, they are not true nuts botanically; they are edible seeds of drupes and demonstrate California's diverse agricultural identity.
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