WHAT WE OFFER
RAW & ORGANIC PECANS
Roux Pecans offers five grades of raw and organic pecan kernel. Each grade has its own characteristic and function; whether it be for the purpose of baking, snacking or for the decorative needs of high street chocolatiers, Roux Pecans offers function specific grades.
01 Special Reserve
17mm or larger kernels
Hand selected perfect pecan halves are Roux Pecans most sought after grade. This selection is special in that we take extra time and effort in selecting this premium grade. These are completely unblemished pecans that epitomize the high standard of pecan that make them extremely popular with all clients from high street chocolatiers to the most discerning individual.
02 Choice Halves
17mm or larger kernels
Our Choice selection is equivalent to the highest quality offered in the industry. In the process of removing the shells some kernels split or break. This selection has all kernels that are larger than 17mm but may have a small bit broken off. Some whole kernels are smaller than 17 mm and they are included in this selection.
03 Small Pieces
5 — 7.5mm pieces
Ideal for baking and confectionery needs. Small Pieces are 5-10mm in size and are perfect for baking mixes and snack bars.
04 Medium Pieces
7.5 — 10mm pieces
Ideal for a range of functions this selection has no intact whole kernels. 10 - 15 mm size specially selected for baking, muesli making and Granola mixes as well as for snack packs and trail mixes.
05 Extra Large Pieces
10 — 15mm pieces
Ideal for a range of functions this selection has no intact whole kernels. 10 - 15 mm size specially selected for baking, muesli making and Granola mixes as well as for snack packs and trail mixes.
BENEFITS OF PECANS
Pecans can double the cholesterol-lowering effectiveness of a traditional heart-healthy diet.
According to a study published in The Journal of Nutrition, September 2001.
Pecans increase fiber and nutrient intake. Researchers at Texas A&M University found that a heart-healthy diet containing pecans can help control specific biomarkers of heart disease risk as effectively as the AHA Step I diet.
This information was presented at a May 2001 American Heart Association Conference on Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology.
Pecans raise Vitamin E levels and may support prostate and intestinal health. This is due to the high amounts of naturally occurring gamma tocopherol (a unique form of vitamin E) in the pecans.
This research was presented at the April 2001 Experimental Biology meeting and published in the FASEB Journal.
OUR STANDARDS
01 Quality
Quality begins in the orchard and underpins Roux Pecans consistency. Chris Roux has been particular in challenging conventions for obtaining better results. The fact that Roux Pecans has been certified organic since 1996 is testament to this philosophy.
02 Credibility
Roux Pecans has the right through annual scrutiny to use the term “organic” on our pecans if we pass the exam for each crop. We believe that these measurements give Roux Pecans credibility.
03 Measure
Not all degrees or standards are acceptable to all. Check the website of Ecocert to see the measure applied at Roux Pecans. We are proud that we put our credibility to the test each year to be measured to these standards.
04 Consistency
Since 1996 Roux Pecans has been certified organic by Ecocert. We have never failed an inspection and encourage unannounced inspections. Roux Pecans likes our customers to know that we strive to maintain this consistent high standard.
FRESH & RAW
Our pecans are a 100% raw organic product, and vacuum packed to keep them as fresh as they day they were harvested. To find out more about our raw product or packaging and storage please see below.
PACKAGING & STORAGE
To ensure that the pecan kernels are not damaged by vacuum pressure in the bag, we use a specialised vacuum packing system that removes the air from the bag and replaces it with a Carbon Dioxide gas mixture specifically designed for nuts. There is just enough pressure difference between, outside and inside to maintain the rectangular shape of the pack and to prevent bruising of the kernel through chaffing. The gas mixture prevents rancidity and infestation, further ensuring freshness. Light, which deteriorates the oils in the kernel is eliminated by our branded cardboard cartons.
Temperature fluctuation is eliminated by keeping the nuts at less than 10 degrees Centigrade after harvesting, and at 5 degrees Centigrade, after packaging.
We have made every effort to see to it that the nuts have the best chance of surprising you with freshness and excellent taste.
SHELF LIVES OF KERNELS
Sealed and kept below +5 deg. C.: 18 months
Opened and kept below +5 deg. C.: 6 months
Opened and kept at room temperature +20 deg. C.: 2 months
KEEP IN A COOL, DRY PLACE AND AWAY FROM DIRECT SUNLIGHT.
