Unexpected rains affects the Chilean Walnuts

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Unexpected rains affects the Chilean Walnuts

 

Unexpected rains affects the Chilean Walnuts

 

A few days ago, the country’s main walnut production areas were affected by intense precipitation, which started on Thursday, April 14th and continued until Monday the 18th.

 

The rain happened to coincide with harvesting season for the Chandler variety, which, according to estimates from the Chilean Walnut Commission, represents over 70% of Chile’s planted surface área when it comes to walnuts. Other varieties, such as Serr, had been 80% harvested when the rain hit, which means they will be less affected. Chandler harvesting had begun just one week ago, therefore, we estimate that only 25% had been harvested before the rain. This indicates that the volume of walnuts that could have been affected by the intense rainfall is between 35,000 and 40,000 tons.
One effect that must be taken into account due to the precipitation is a decrease in production volume. The exact degree of this drop will be assessed over the next few weeks. On the other hand, it is also important to note that the availability of the Extra Light color and of lighter tones in general will also decrease because of this unexpected weather situation, affecting both cracked and inshell walnuts. In addition, inshell walnuts’ exterior appearance will also be affected.

Source : Chilean Walnut Commission: