History, origin, ecological characteristics of cocoa trees
Surely the first thought of every person when using cocoa powder is to find out where their origin comes from, what are the characteristics and based on what factors the cocoa tree grows best. In the following article, Cacao Trong Duc will share with you some useful information from cocoa trees
Origin of cocoa tree
The origin of the cacao tree is from Central America and Mexico, discovered by the native Aztec and Maya but today most tropical countries also can grow this tree cocoa tree was developed 3000 years ago and became more popular, more applied to the food industry from 2000 years ago.
At the beginning of the 20th century, in European countries, drinks made from cocoa and chocolate had developed into a culinary culture and had an influence around the world.
Characteristics of the cocoa tree
Cocoa trees have some outstanding characteristics in terms of species, environmental conditions as well as living climate.
Cocoa trees are usually 4m - 8m tall, prefer shady environment, good shade tolerance, so they are often planted under other trees such as in forests, coconut gardens or rubber gardens.... This helps farmers increase the efficiency of land use as well as make good use of available resources.
Crillo and Forastero are the two main species of cocoa trees with their own advantages. In order to best synthesize the advantages of these two species, scientists have researched the hybridization and birth of a new cocoa species from the two species named Trinitario.
Cocoa trees are suitable for habitats with tropical climate, the temperature ranges from 25 degrees to 28 degrees, the average humidity is 85%, the annual rainfall is 1,500 - 2,000mm.
Cocoa trees are planted and harvested twice a year. Growing cocoa is quite easy, just don't let it dry out and don't need to water it often. Cocoa fruit after harvest is usually large, variable form, inside contains many small seeds.
The development history of cocoa trees in Vietnam
In Vietnam, cocoa trees are grown a lot in the provinces of Dong Nai, Tien Giang, Ben Tre and the Central Highlands. Cocoa trees followed European missionaries into Vietnam many years ago.
With a tropical climate, Vietnam is an ideal country to grow cocoa trees. However, in the past years, the cocoa market in Vietnam has not developed strongly and has only begun to show signs of becoming more popular in recent years.
Ecological characteristics of cocoa trees in Vietnam
Vietnamese cocoa products are considered one of the best in the world, due to the characteristics of good soil, climate and fermentation process. In the EU, many business customers, after tasting Vietnamese cocoa, praise - This is the assessment of Mr. Nguyen Canh Tuong - Vietnam Trade Counselor in the EU and the Kingdom of Belgium about cocoa products in Vietnam.
Depending on the area where cocoa trees are grown, the taste of cocoa is also different, this comes from the ecological characteristics of each region.
Ecological characteristics of cocoa trees in Vietnam are as follows:
Temperature: For the best growth, the appropriate temperature is 25 degrees Celsius with a humidity of about 70-85%. Cocoa is a shade-loving tree.
Climate: Suitable for growing plants in areas with altitudes not exceeding 800m above sea level, with annual rainfall about 1500-2000 mm, dry season should not last more than 3 months.
Wind: Because the roots are quite weak, cocoa trees are not suitable for areas with strong winds. If planted in those areas, it is advisable to combine intercropping with windbreaks to help them grow and develop better.
Water: In the dry season, cocoa trees need more water. Cocoa flowers usually come out in the rainy season and develop fruit during the rainy season. With adequate water supply, cocoa trees can flower and cocoa fruit all year round.
Soil: cocoa trees grow and develop in a variety of terrains as long as they are provided with adequate shade and irrigation.
Shade: cocoa belongs to the shade-loving tree line, so it is very suitable for intercropping with other industrial crops such as cashew, banana or other industrial plants with sparse canopy.
The International Cocoa Council (ICC) has also classified Vietnam as one of the countries that grow cocoa with good flavor with 40% of cocoa production having quality flavor (Fine Flavor).
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