National Nut Day Tarihi

1890

Peanuts and Orthodontia

A St. Louis doctor discovered that he could help his orthodontia patients by using peanut butter.

Late 19th century

Macadamia nuts leave Australia for Hawaii

Although we associate macadamia nuts with Hawaii, they were originally grown in Queensland, Australia and are eventually brought to Hawaii.

1900

There’s a big demand for peanut products in the U.S.

When there’s an explosion of demand for peanut oil, peanut butter and roasted, salted peanuts, they are no longer seen as a nut only good enough to be eaten by the poor.

1916

Planter’s Peanuts launches a logo contest

The basic drawing for Mr. Peanut is created by a 13-year-old boy, who wins $5.00.