To NOW FOODS: What country/tries are these pine nuts from? If not US, how can they be "certified USDA organic"? USDA doesn't inspect outside the US.
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China. It could be that the importer/distributor has obtained the USDA certification, or, it could be a complete prevarication.
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The pine nuts come from China and packaged in the States. I think you would be better off asking this question from the organization that certified them as USDA organic. The company name is QAI. Or better yet, ask the question from Now Foods. I don't really care about them being organic. I purchase them for what they are, the quality of the product and more importantly the cost.
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It doesn't say anything except pecans fresh from Georgia...and they're wonderful! I did not see any peanuts in the package nor any residue (shells, etc.)--I think these pecans come from pecan orchards (nut trees) and not from the legume farmers, since peanuts are a legume/pea plant. And, there is nothing on the label to indicate that the pecans are processed in a plant that also processes peanuts. ....So, looks to me as if they're purely pecans! Anyway, they are super nuts...I baked a pecan pie for Thanksgiving that had to be the best ever, and I make a lot of pecan pies! Good luck!
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Morning, Our warehouse is located in San Diego. All our seeds are grown in either Mexico, Nicaragua or Boliva and while they are not certified organic, we have a strict commitment to zero pesticides, chemicals or irradiated cleaning processes. If you visit our website, www.chosenfoods.com, you will get a good understanding of the commitment we have to quality and purity. We lab test many, many other brands of chia seeds - including "organic". Often, those labeled organic have higher concentrations of pesticides and chemicals then those with out the label. Hope this helps!
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There is no other info that what you see, either here at Amazon or at their web site. Try their contact info: Call (713) 661-2972 and/or E-mail:spicyworldofusa@gmail.com I don't even store the open bag in the refrigerator/freezer here in central Texas and I have not had a problem with them (4 lbs only last me about 3 months, I eat a lot of them each day). They do not seem to be any worst or better that all the other almonds that I have purchased in the past (including bulk at the local stores and the Diamond brand). I would be more interested in finding out how these, and all the other brands, pasteurize their nuts. I found this comment by another person: "I am just learning about raw foods and in a workshop I went to, we were told that ALL almonds from California do have to be pasturized by law, but that it is only in California. We were told that you can buy truly raw almonds from out of state, which of course means buying online. They also do not have to lable the package that the almonds, or any other nut from California, are pasturized. We were also told that you cannot buy directly from the grower because they cannot sell nuts without going thru their process. " Here is another take: http://detoxinista.com/2012/08/are-your-almonds-truly-raw/ And another: http://www.organicpastures.com/products_almonds.html Good Luck, Steve
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Obviously not certified organic...by their own admission. At fourteen dollars for a mere four ounces, very expensive. Would strongly recommend USDA Certified Organic alternative.
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I just want to point out that there are products out there with USDA organic label, yet still have some type of chemical. Not all, but many. Always read the ingredients to make sure and keep a lookout for words you never heard of. Companies use different words to hide their chemicals.
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If this product was truly certified organic, it would have a label on it. I do not see a USDA organic label on any of the pictures that you have. Why does the description say organic if there is no label?
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I will always choose "organic" vs. "non-organic" consumables. Non-organic means that the seeds (or plants/shrubs/trees) have likely been treated with pesticides, herbicides, and the like. Although the seeds may have grown insides pods or something similar, the chance that the pesticides penetrated the pod is just too great in my book (I come by this honestly; I am married to an organic vegetable gardener). When you can get organic chia seeds at such a wonderful price, why would you look anywhere else???
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The Mediterranean Pine Nuts Sold AND Shipped by Superior Nut Company are sourced from Italy, Spain or Portugal. They are from the Italian Stone Pine species of pine in the Pinaceae family. Please note this answer applies ONLY to items shipped and sold by Superior Nut Company. This answer may not apply to orders fulfilled by Amazon (Prime or Super Saver Shipping Methods,) or orders shipped by other vendors who may be using our brand name and/or photography without our knowledge or authorization.
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The package states, "Made in China". I have wondered about that, too, as food from China has been under suspicion for a long time. I hesitate buying anymore of these chestnuts because of the uncertainty.
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Todd's Seeds has moved to a new, larger facility, which has not yet been certified as an organic repackaging facility. Once our new warehouse gets certified, we can then legally use the term organic and the USDA seal on our packaging. Until then, it wouldn't be appropriate to use the term organic, though the seeds are organic and there's nothing we do to them when repackaging them into smaller bags that cause them to not be organic. We're strictly talking about certification issues that actually have nothing to do with the seeds.
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Yes, these pine nuts are from China. I have not found any from anywhere else . . .
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90% of their sources are in the U.S. I would assume this is from Texas as it is certified organic by the USDA Division of Texas. Here is some info from their website. http://www.arrowheadmills.com/content/locally-sourced
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In order for honey to be USDA certified organic it cannot come from the US. The only countries that have honey that can be classified organic is Canada and Brazil.. hence why you see that on the label. This company has HQ's in Illinois but the honey is not made or from bees in the United States. It has something to do with the air quality required and the conditions cannot be found in the US.
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I too was very concerned about country of origin AS THE PRODUCT IS NOT so labeled. I contacted the seller and after two emails back and forth was told: China. I asked if Pumpkin seeds were available from US and was told that this product is not available other than from China. I wish I knew if that was true. I am not happy buying food from China where I know that many ecological conditions are very bad. Oh well, I will use up the big package and in several months try hard again to find this product from U.S. source.
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I'm not sure why you wouldn't address your "concern" with the distributor directly. The only agency (currently) in this country that oversees and approves organic certifications is the USDA. I'm assuming you "knew" this already. But you asked as if there was more than one. I can't "protect" you from being "hurt" any more than a little green and brown sticker can,lol. What an unfortunate requirement you have. I'm an enthusiastically satisfied customer!! I've been using this company's raw butters for quite a bit of time now. And from the strength of mine and my family's experience alone I will speak it's utmost praise. They even have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Which again makes your "concern" more troubling. If you purchase the product, receive the product and it doesn't have your super sticker on it? Guess what? You get to return it! Aaaaand collect your money spent. I CAN say that they ARE compliant with the OTA's standard. Good luck strange friend! Love, Peace and Blessings...Always (*.*).V..
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I was concerned at first too. But they were labeled USDA certified organic. I found the chestnuts to be consistent. Fully cooked. Stored well in fridge.