Bolivia leads in Brazil nut production with more than 21,000 tons per year in the world

Published 2021년 11월 13일

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Bolivia is the world's leading producer of Brazil nuts, with a production of 21,033 tons valued at $128 million, according to the Bolivian Institute of Foreign Trade (IBCE). The country's chestnut exports reached 50% of the global share last year, maintaining its leadership position. The Amazon region, with its optimal natural conditions for chestnut tree growth, covers 10% of Bolivia's surface area dedicated to chestnut cultivation. The industry is a significant source of employment, generating 4,500 manufacturing jobs, mostly for women. The Netherlands, the United States, and Germany are the primary markets for Bolivian Brazil nuts.

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Digital compass Bolivia leads the production of Brazil nuts in the world with 21,033 tons for an estimated value of 128 million dollars, above Germany and Peru, nations that second the country as main cultivation centers, as reported by the Bolivian Institute of Foreign Trade ( IBCE). Last year the country's participation in world chestnut exports reached 50%, thus maintaining international leadership, said the business entity. The Amazon chestnut is the fruit of the tree scientifically called Bertholletia excelsa, which is found in the wild and natural state in the Amazon forests of Bolivia, Brazil and Peru. The chestnut tree exceeds 30 meters in height. The seeds or chestnuts are found inside the fruit or coconut that fall from these trees. You can also read: Salteña evolves and now there are up to 12 delicious flavors The Amazon region of the country has optimal natural conditions for the development of the chestnut tree and fruit. Currently, the land dedicated to chestnut ...

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