Welcome
The National Pecan Shellers Association (NPSA) is the trade association for the pecan shelling and processing industry. The association is dedicated to educating culinary and health professionals, food technologists, educators and the general public about the health benefits, nutritional value, variety of uses and all-around great taste of pecans.

What's New

• USDA: Pecans Still #1 for Antioxidants Among Tree Nuts
• Latest Prescription for Healthy Diet Includes Pecans
• Antioxidant-Rich Pecans May Help Prevent Heart Disease

Visit the Press Room to learn more…

Upcoming Events

• 2008 Annual Meeting
  September 18-20
  Sir Francis Drake Hotel
  San Francisco, CA 

Cooking with Pecans

Everyone knows about holiday favorites like pecan pie and pralines—but did you know pecans can be enjoyed year-round for their great taste and numerous health benefits? Try some of these healthy pecan recipes:

• Recipe: Pecan Crusted Trout
• Recipe: Asian Duck Salad with Pecans
• Recipe: Roasted Vegetable & Pecan Salad
• Recipe: Apple Pecan Pancakes

And many more delicious pecan recipes…

Discover why eating pecans may improve your overall health. Clinical research shows pecans may help prevent coronary heart disease and gallstones, help lower cholesterol, aid in weight loss and support prostate health through their high dietary fiber qualities. Pecans are also loaded with antioxidants and more than 19 vitamins and minerals including vitamin E.

Research conducted over the past decade has shown that pecans can be a healthy addition to anyone's diet. Learn more about the health benefits of a pecan-rich diet by visiting this section designed especially for those in the healthcare industry.