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Pecan grower resource

January 22, 2020  |  Kristen Millican

Pecan Grower Resource

Pecan Orchards

Millican Pecan Company is an excellent source for pecan lovers as well as pecan growers. For the avid pecan user, our blog includes information on growing pecans, pecan recipes and other valuable information and facts about fresh pecans, like pecans halves and chopped pecan pieces.

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Why the world’s most discerning kitchens choose Millican.

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135+ Years | America's oldest commercial orchard.

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Allergen Safe | 100% Pecan-only facility. No cross-contamination.

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Cold-Chain Fresh | Harvested, frozen, and shipped direct.

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Pecan Grower Resource

We have added topics that are helpful for people who are unfamiliar with pecans, as well as a refresher for pecan experts. Many of the pecan-related topics are actual questions we receive via email and from phone calls. As a vertically integrated company, Millican Pecan has knowledge from nursery production, growing and harvesting pecans, shelling, business-to-business sales and direct customer sales. Since every year is different, follow us to stay up-to-date on the latest pecan equipment, news, and crop conditions across the pecan belt.  We are your one stop shop for all things pecans.

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Why Millican Pecans Are Different

Compare the buttery, golden vitality of the Mother Orchard against the standard grocery shelf.

Features
Millican "Grade 1 Fancy"
Typical Grocery Store
Appearance

Plump & Golden. Large, intact halves with a bright, natural luster.

Shriveled & Dark. Broken pieces and a dull, "dusty" brown coating.

The "Snap" Test

Crisp & Clean. Snaps immediately, indicating high natural oil content.

Pliable & Rubbery. Bends or crumbles, signaling moisture loss.

Oil Profile

Heart-Healthy Fats. Rich in Oleic acid; feels buttery on the palate.

Oxidized Oils. Natural fats have turned, often resulting in a bitter aftertaste.

Harvest Age

Current Season. Shipped within days of the San Saba harvest.

12–24 Months. Sits in warm warehouses and plastic bags for seasons.

Processing

Pecan-Only Facility. 100% allergen-safe with zero cross-contamination.

Shared Equipment. Often processed with peanuts and other allergens.

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5th Generation Owner

Meet Kristen Millican

Meet Kristen Millican

“Since 1888, our family has been harvesting Texas pecans from our Mother Orchard in San Saba. Unlike grocery stores, we own the trees, the shelling plant, and the kitchen, ensuring you get the freshest pecans physically possible to ship."

135+ Years | America's oldest commercial orchard.

Allergen Safe | 100% Pecan-only facility. No cross-contamination.

Cold-Chain Fresh | Harvested, frozen, and shipped direct.

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