One of the first direct products of pistachio which is known in all different countries is the pistachio kernel, the pistachio kernel is the only edible part of the pistachio that can be used directly after harvesting and after the pistachio has ripened on the tree and When it reaches its brain, it becomes completely […]

A perennial wild shrub from the Lamiaceae family and native to the Mediterranean region, thyme is considered an important wild edible plant studied for centuries for its unique importance in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industry. Thyme is loaded with phytonutrients, minerals and vitamins. It is pungent in taste, yet rich in moisture, proteins, crude […]

Damask rose contains various components, e.g., flavonoids, terpenes, anthocyanins, and glycosides, that have valuable effects on human health. It has numerous pharmacological effects, including important CNS effects, such as analgesic, anticonvulsive, and hypnotic effects. In addition to CNS effects, its cardiovascular, respiratory, laxative, antimicrobial, antidiabetic, antiinflammatory, antioxidant and anti-HIV properties are also evident. Recent studies […]

Production in 2023 was 30% smaller than the pre-harvest estimate owing to weather disruptions from bloom until harvesting. Besides, the arrival of the bee pest Varroa destructor to Australia meant that there were issues in regard to hive movements on the eve of pollination. After a ten-year sustained growth, in 2017 new planting reached a […]

Saffron is an East Indian plant that is a member of the ginger family and is used as a spice and food color. The underground stems are used in some cultures to treat certain stomach problems. The substance in Indian saffron that gives it a yellow color (curcumin) is being studied in the treatment of […]

Harvesting in 2023 was completed by the end of April and, as reported by Chilenut, the crop was estimated at 170,400 MT (in-shell basis), 9% lower than last year. Overall weather conditions during harvesting were favorable. Compared to last year, quality is better in terms of kernel color distribution. A record hot springtime impacted nut […]

A recent study published in the Antioxidants journal analyzed the potential health-promoting activities of innovative smoothies made from some typical Mediterranean plant products, such as apple (Malus domestica (Md) juice, strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo (Au) fruit puree and enriched with Myrtus communis (Mc) purple berry extract, Crocus sativus (Cs) petal juice, Acca sellowiana (As), and […]