In this essay we will discuss about:- 1. Origin and Distribution of Groundnut 2. Area and Production of Groundnut 3. Climate and Soils 4. Agroclimatic Zones 5. Groundnut Varieties 6. Tillage and Seasons 7. Seeds and Seeding 8. Nutrient Management 9. Cropping Systems 10. Water Management 11. Weed Management 12. Package of Practices 13. Aflatoxin Problem. Contents: Origin and Distribution [...]
In this article we will discuss about the nutritional characteristics of groundnut. Groundnut is a rich source of energy because of its high oil and protein. It can supply about 5.6 calories g-1 in raw from and 5.8 calories g-1 in roasted form. Apart from its high oil and protein, it contains 18 per cent carbohydrates. It is also a [...]
Quality of groundnut is largely determined by volume weight of pods, shelling percentage, 100 kennel weight, oil content, free fatty acid content, colour of pods and testa colour. Here are some of the factors that are affecting the quality of groundnut: 1. Volume Weight of Pods 2. Shelling Percentage 3. Hundred-Kennel Weight 4. Oil Content. 1. Volume Weight of Pods: [...]