Rich in omega 9, vitamin E, fiber, hazelnut, one of the super fruits, systematically induces a feeling of gluttony. Although it is available in all continents, Turkey is the dominant country in the market with 800,000 tons per year or more than 73% of world production. It is the expansion that keeps the whole sector alive: 2/3 of the world hazelnut production goes to this. However, in some regions, such as in Asia or southeast of France, hazelnuts are now endangered by insects. Researchers and scientists are working to find biological and sustainable solutions.
The French, who consume 230 tons of famous paste products a day, are among the biggest hazelnut consumers! An “invention” for which Napoleon was partially responsible, because after the Trafalgar debacle (in 1805) he blocked British exports to Europe, including cocoa. Later, the people of Turin created gianduja, a mixture of chocolate and finely ground hazelnuts, at the source of the creation of the famous spread!
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FREDERICK RAPILLY
Source: Programme Television
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