Source:  Paul Hollis, SOUTHEAST FARM PRESS, 1/15/15

Top-quality, edible peanuts are in high demand, with U.S. major manufacturer Mars Chocolate projecting that its needs alone will triple by 2025. To insure that peanuts as a crop remain competitive, Mars is working with others in the industry to advance high-quality, medium-sized, edible varieties that meet the requirements of both manufacturers and consumers.

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