Almonds, in shell
CPC v2.1 Code: 01371
About almonds, in shell
cpc code 01371 covers the industry of growing and processing almonds in their natural shell. Almonds are a highly valuable tree nut crop, with global production and trade playing a significant role in the broader agricultural economy. As a nutrient-dense food source, almonds are in high demand worldwide for both culinary and industrial applications.
Production process
The production of almonds in shell involves several key steps. Almond trees are cultivated in orchards, with the nuts harvested once the shells have fully developed. The nuts are then processed to remove the outer hull, leaving the inner shell intact. This process is typically done using specialized machinery and equipment to ensure efficient and consistent shelling.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the almond in shell industry include almond tree seedlings or saplings, land and irrigation for orchards, harvesting equipment, and processing machinery for shelling and sorting the nuts. Skilled labor is also a critical input, as almond cultivation and processing require significant manual work and oversight.
Production outputs
The primary output of the almond in shell industry is, of course, almonds in their natural shell form. These almonds can then be further processed, such as by 01372 Almonds, shelled or 20811 Roasted nuts, or used directly in various food and industrial applications. Almonds in shell are a valuable commodity traded globally and consumed by a wide range of industries and consumers.
Family tree for almonds, in shell
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C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0137'>0137: Nuts (excluding wild edible nuts and groundnuts), in shell</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01371'>01371: Almonds, in shell</a>"]
D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01372'>01372: Cashew nuts, in shell</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01373'>01373: Chestnuts, in shell</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01374'>01374: Hazelnuts, in shell</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01375'>01375: Pistachios, in shell</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01376'>01376: Walnuts, in shell</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01377'>01377: Brazil nuts, in shell</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01379'>01379: Other nuts (excluding wild edible nuts and groundnuts), in shell</a>"]
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