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Agriculture · Q747

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Graduate and Post Graduate · Agriculture · question 747

Q747

Arecanut for preparation of kalipak are harvested at

A.
3 - 4 months
B.
5 - 6 months
Answer
C.
7 - 8 months
D.
9 - 10 months

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Arecanut for preparation of kalipak is harvested at 5 - 6 months.
Kali is the extract obtained during the boiling of tender nuts. Usually, the same water is used for boiling 3 to 4 times. After boiling the areca nut is given a coating with Kali to improve colouring. Kali coating is repeated to get a glossy appearance. Kali contains many polyphenols.
Kalipak is consumed mainly in South India.