Main hazelnut producers in the world ramp up production in 2022/23 season

Published 2022년 6월 21일

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The International Nut Council Congress's round table on hazelnuts has reported an uptick in production from the primary hazelnut-producing countries, with Turkey leading the charge. Despite a slight decrease from the record harvest of 2021/22, Turkey's harvest for the 2022/23 season is projected to reach 760 thousand tons. Italy's production is on the mend after a poor harvest last year, but a severe drought has slightly diminished the forecast for the 2022/23 crop. The US, with an expanding planted area in Oregon, is expected to see a significant increase in production for the 2022/23 season, marking a new high of 74 thousand tons. The report also highlights improvements in productivity and quality across producing countries.

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According to the results of the round table on hazelnuts of the INC Congress (International Nut Council), a statistical review was made on the main producing countries of this type of nut crops. Turkey Over the past few years, the supply of Turkish hazelnuts has increased, and Turkey is producing steadily at the level of 700-800 thousand tons. In the 2022/23 season, the harvest is tentatively forecast at 760 thousand tons (in shell), which is lower than the record harvest of 2021/22, EastFruit specialists note. Although there has not been a significant increase in production area, productivity is increasing due to improved agricultural practices. The size and quality of the kernels are also improved, and the yield of kernels is 51-52%. According to the Black Sea Exporters Association, shipments for the 2021/22 season until April 30 amounted to 269.2 thousand tons, and they are expected to reach 330 thousand tons. Italy After a very poor harvest last year, Italian production is ...

Source: Eastfruit