Almond Farming

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● Expected fruiting age- 15 yrs ● Require hot weather (7°C to 24°C) & cool winters to grow ● 70% of almond farmers uses micro-irrigation systems ● Out of 8 major varieties- the Nonpareil are most costly ● Flat, Loamy & fertile soil is suitable ● Grown with Biju and Grafting techniques

Varieties of Almonds

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●  For Dry Temperature Region-  Ni Plus Ultra, Texas & Thinshald. ●  For High and Middle Mountainous Region-  Nikitskai, Nonpareil, ISL, Merced, and White Brandis.

No Bees, No Almonds

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Almonds farming are 100% depends on bees for pollination. Almond farmers rent bees for pollination & it’s one of the most costly issue.

Benefits of Almonds in your diets

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● Good for nervous system ● Prevent Acne and Blackheads ● Treat Stretch Marks &  prevent skin tear ● Helpful in Treating Anaemia ● Boost Brain Power ● Regulate cancer ● Beneficial for Pregnant women

Almond Nutrition Facts

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Rich in proteins, fibre and nutrients.  28 grams of almonds contains: ● 6 grams of protein ● 3.5 grams of fiber ● 14 grams of fat ● 37% of vitamin E ● 32% of manganese ● 20% of magnesium

Good Source of Vitamin E

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● Contain higher levels of Vitamin E (antioxidant). ● Reduces risks of developing Alzheimer’s disease. ● Protect eyes & prevents abnormal changes in eye lens.

Consuming Almonds in excess can cause:

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● Nausea, Vomiting & Diarrhoea ● Difficulty in swallowing ● May lead to kidney stones ● Shortness in breath ● May develop Severe allergies

Almonds are oldest domesticated trees that date back in the Early Bronze Age (3000 to 2000 BC) in Numeira  (Jordan).

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