The United States is the world's largest producer of almonds, accounting for over 80% of global production.

Peanuts are the primary ingredient in peanut butter, which is a popular spread used in sandwiches, snacks, and various culinary preparations.

Sunflower seeds are primarily used for oil extraction, with the resulting sunflower oil widely employed in cooking, salad dressings, and various food products.

The United States is the world's leading exporter of walnuts, supplying a significant portion of the global demand for this nut.

Small-scale nut and seed farmers in developing countries often face a combination of challenges, including lack of access to markets, limited access to financing, pest and disease outbreaks, and fluctuating prices.

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations plays a significant role in promoting sustainable nut and seed production through initiatives such as the International Year of Nuts and Seeds.

Sesame seeds are primarily used for oil extraction, with the resulting sesame oil widely employed in cooking, salad dressings, and various food products.

Hazelnuts are the primary ingredient in Nutella, a popular chocolate-hazelnut spread.

The global nut and seed industry faces a combination of challenges related to climate change, including increased pest and disease outbreaks, changing weather patterns affecting production, and reduced availability of water for irrigation.

Iran is the world's leading producer of pistachios, accounting for over half of global production.

Flax seeds are primarily used for oil extraction, with the resulting flaxseed oil widely employed in cooking, salad dressings, and various food products.

Almonds are the primary ingredient in marzipan, a sweet almond paste used in various confectionery products.

Consumers with nut and seed allergies face a combination of challenges, including lack of awareness about potential allergens, limited availability of allergen-free products, and high cost of allergen-free products.

India is the world's leading producer of cashews, accounting for over 70% of global production.

Chia seeds are primarily consumed directly, often added to smoothies, yogurt, and various food products for their nutritional value.