Source: NCSU COLLEGE OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES, 6/8/22


Shoppers have rediscovered the trusty peanut. Once considered a nostalgic ballpark snack, peanuts are becoming fashionable as an affordable plant-based protein that is surprisingly healthful, delightfully shelf-stable, and locally grown.  The roasted legume (not a true nut) has a unique cholesterol-free combination of protein, fiber, minerals, and bioactive compounds that make it a nutritional superstar. Delivering the benefits of both a legume and a nut, peanuts pack the best of both worlds in a ready-to-eat snack. It serves as a staple across many countries in the world and is an important food in the U.S., especially when we experience a downturn in the economy.

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