Miss Pecan Nuts was a beauty pageant held at the Texas State Fair in 1972. The Texas Pecan Growers Association organized the pageant, and it was open to young women between the ages of 18 and 25 who were residents of Texas. The pageant was held annually at the fair, and the winner was crowned Miss Pecan Nuts for the year.
The pageant was a traditional beauty pageant, and the contestants were judged on their physical appearance, poise, and speaking ability. The pageant’s winner would go on to represent the Texas Pecan Growers Association at events throughout the state, such as parades, festivals, and other fairs. They were also expected to promote the pecan industry in Texas.
The pageant continued to be held at the Texas State Fair for several more years. It is also unknown if the pageant continued after that or if it was discontinued. Beauty pageants, in general, have faced a lot of criticism over the years for promoting unrealistic beauty standards and objectifying women.
