Why bakery foods and home baking remain hot trends

Posted October 19, 2022

October 2022 Home baking became a hot trend when Covid lock-downs hit in 2020, and it’s not done. Interest in home baking remains strong, fueled by a heightened appreciation for premium bakery foods at home, as well as from the grocery store, restaurant, or even the local convenience store. Here are six reasons why: 1. […]

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Big Demand for Bold, Authentic, Real Taste

Posted August 31, 2022

Today’s consumers are more focused than ever on combining bold new tastes, variety, healthfulness, and sustainability in their food choices. And the trend is growing. “Variety” for many shoppers means new tastes, positive health benefits, and sustainable production. The younger the demographic, the more important this combined decision matrix becomes. And this is where Black […]

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The Incredible Health Power of Nut Powder

Posted June 25, 2022

Protein powder has left the gym and gone mainstream. What started as a supplement for body builders and professional athletes seeking to bulk up muscles, is now being used by active, health conscious people of all descriptions. And among the hottest categories of protein powder are nut powders, including wild, sustainable Black Walnut powder, because […]

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Wild Foods: Untamed Nutrition

Posted May 4, 2022

Wild Foods: Untamed Nutrition is Gaining Popularity May 2022 True wild foods live at the intersection of sustainability, good health, and great taste. So, it’s no surprise they’re gaining popularity. In fact, more than one in four US adults follows some type of lifestyle associated with health and sustainability, representing nearly 50 million people. These […]

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Ice Cream Sales Climb on Indulgence and Healthy Inclusions

Posted July 21, 2021

More than any other comfort food, ice cream creates emotion, memories, and good feelings. And as the U.S. continues to open up after a long Covid hibernation, sales show no signs of slowing. Especially premium ice creams and nostalgic flavors like Black Walnut, one of Baskin-Robbins’ original 31, and a perennial top 10 flavor in […]

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Black Walnuts contain heart-healthy nutrients that can stave off obesity and cardiovascular disease, MU study finds

Posted January 22, 2019

Phytosterols harvested from the tree nut have a wide range of other potential uses, including cosmetics and nutritional supplements Story Contact: Austin Fitzgerald, fitzgeraldac@missouri.edu, 573-882-6217 COLUMBIA, Mo. – Black walnuts are a major industry in the Midwest, with about 23 million pounds processed annually in Missouri alone, and they are a ubiquitous presence on lawns in […]

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Feast TV Goes Behind the Scenes at Hammons – Click to Watch!

Posted August 24, 2017

Feast Magazine’s Feast TV features a behind-the-scenes look into the black walnut harvest and production at Hammons’ plant in Stockton, MO.

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Black Walnuts Featured in Blogs & Recipes

Posted October 20, 2016

Wild-grown, sustainable Black Walnuts are featured in many foodie blogs and recipe websites all over the internet. From health foods to main courses to baked goods, Black Walnuts are a versatile ingredient nut. Learn more about the nutritious aspects of Black Walnuts and how you can use this bold flavored nut in your recipes. The […]

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Dr. Axe Shares the Health Benefits of Black Walnuts

Posted October 12, 2016

Dr. Axe is a certified doctor of medicine who helps people get healthy by using food as medicine. He created one of the top 10 most visited natural health websites in the world. Recently, Dr. Axe wrote an extensive blog post uncovering all of the health benefits of Black Walnuts, including healthy skin, cardiovascular health, […]

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100 Days of Real Food Features Black Walnuts

Posted October 12, 2016

Lisa Leake is the author of the New York Times best-selling book and blog, 100 Days of Real Food, where she focuses on cutting out processed foods. She also creates a lot of healthy recipes. Recently, Lisa wrote a blog post about Black Walnuts and included this awesome recipe. Be on the lookout for her […]

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