the Philippines Indonesia and India are the top coconut producers accounting for around 72% of the world's total cpra coconut trees can take over 6 years before they bear fruit but can produce up to 80 coconuts a year for the next 100 years traditional methods involves skilled climbers who Ascend the over 80 ft tall Palms Barefoot or use notches cut into the tree Once at the top they use a machete to cut the Coconuts next coconuts are dried for 1 and 1/2 months before being husked to remove the fibrous outer shell these are highly porous and can be processed into soil-like substances for horiculture use the next step is to puncture and crack open the Coconuts to get the water and meat this can be done by machine but skilled workers say they can do it faster with up to 880,000 coconuts cut in some weeks the water is often bottled and salt as a beverage the meat is sterilized and Dred to make cpra then they are pressed to produce virgin coconut oil coconuts also undergo various processing steps to produce products such as desiccated coconut and coconut milk each product requires specific handling and processing techniques to ensure quality and safety cucumbers thrive on fertile soil and consistent moisture China turkey and the US are some of the world's leading cucumber producers they are usually ready for Harvest about 50 to 70 days after planting Harvest ing cucumbers used to be labor intensive as Millions had to be picked all by hand but most of the work is now replaced by mechanical Harvesters in larger operations nowadays these machines cut the vines and separate the Cucumbers from the plant harvesting about 25 tons per hour regular harvesting every few days is necessary to ensure the cucumbers are collected at the right size and mat or they will become bitter the timing depends on the variety and intended use such as pickling or fresh consumption after harvesting cucumbers are immediately brought to the factory to prevent water loss then they are washed sorted into three sizes and packed for distribution proper cooling is essential to maintain freshness cucumbers destined for pickling are are usually delivered to processing facilities where they are washed again sorted and soaked in brine or vinegar for fresh consumption cucumbers are often waxed to reduce moisture loss and enhance shelf life packaging is done in boxes or crates that allow for adequate ventilation to keep the Cucumbers cool and fresh during transportation [Music] about 70% of the world's cocoa beans come from four West African countries including Ghana and the Ivory Coast which account for half of it it takes 3 years for a Cocoa Tree to start bearing cocoa pods and farmers can Harvest them about 5 to 6 months after flowering workers carefully cut the rip pods from the tree to avoid damaging the flower cushions which are are essential for future yields each treat can give from 50 to 150 pods in 6 months harvesting typically occurs twice a year between May and July and then from October to March once harvested the pods are open to extract the beans the beans still coated in sweet pulp are then fermented for several days this critical process develops the chocolate flavor and and reduces bitterness after fermentation the beans are dried in the Sun for a week or using artificial dryers proper drying is crucial to prevent mold growth the dried beans are then packed and shipped to Chocolate manufacturers most of them are sold to all the big chocolate companies in the West for processing and only 30% are processed domestically at the process facilities the beans are cleaned roasted and cracked to remove the outer shell producing cocoa nibs these nibs are ground to create cocoa Mass which can be further processed into cocoa powder the quality of the final chocolate product depends significantly on the care taken during each step of post Harvest processing blue agavi is native to the Mexican state of lco and has grown to make tequila the country's most famous drink export it thrives in volcanic soils and requires 7 to 10 years to reach maturity the painter or heart of the plant is harvested when the sugar content is at its peak jimadores skilled workers use a specialized tool called AOA to cut away the sharp leaves and extract the peenut it is 25 to 30 kilos each and requires significant expertise the harvested peners are transported to distilleries where they are haved and cooked for 3 Days to convert the complex starch into fermentable sugars a volcanic Stone wheel then crushes the cooked panas to extract the juice it is then fermented with the fiber and distilled to produce tequila the fermentation process takes 3 days and is crucial for developing the unique flavors of tequila after distillation the tequila is aged in barrels which can significantly influence its taste and quality the final product is filtered and bottled for [Music] distribution wild blueberries are native to North America and thrive in acidic well- drained soils they are commonly found in regions like Maine Eastern Canada and deep in the Nordic forests while blueberries in the US are typically harvested from Late July to early September when they reach a deep blue color traditionally handheld rakes are used to gather the berries this method is still used to harvest Nordic wild blueberries because of their special location a skilled picker can Harvest 1 kg of blueberries in just 10 minutes and about 100 kilos a day mechanical Harvesters are increasingly used in large operations these machines gently shake the bushes to dislodge the berries which are then collected on conveyor belts while blueberries are highly perishable and require processing hours after harvest at the facility the berries are shaken to remove leaves and then dest stemmed next they're cleaned sorted and often Frozen immediately to preserve their quality this way they can last for 10 to 15 years after picking the frozen berries are packed and stored for distribution or further processing into products such as juice fresh berries are usually packed in pints or quarts and Shi to markets where they must be sold quickly to ensure freshness compared to Main's blueberries Nordic blueberries are ahead in the health game with five times more antioxidants per 100 G and of course it's way more [Music] expensive the prickly pear cactus is native only to the US but it's been introduced and widely cultivated in Mexico Italy and South Africa the world's top three producers of cactus pear products prickly pear fruits are typically harvested in late August to early April when they develop a bright red color and slightly soft texture harvesting prickly pear is challenging due to the spines on both the pants and the fruits workers use tongs or gloves to carefully pick the fruits and wear protected clothing to avoid injury after harvesting the fruits are washed and then desined the spine free fruits are washed again and prepared for Market or further processing the fruits are sorted by size and packaged each year Mexico produced about 510,000 tons of fresh prickly pear cactus prickly pear can be consumed fresh or processed into puree which they sell as a form of flavoring the pads of the cactus known as noals are also harvested and used in culinary dishes post Harvest handling involves cleaning and slicing the pads which are then packaged for [Music] sale next we go to The Vineyards grape Harvest usually begins 30 to 70 days after the fruit set at this time the grapes change color from green to yellow or red purple however the optimal time to harvest depends on many different factors including the type of grape the designed flavor profile and the specific Market skilled workers carefully cut Bunches of grapes and arrange them into containers choosing the best Bunches of grapes and avoiding sunburn or plant rot is something only humans can do hand harvesting allows for more precise selection and controls grape content from oxidation caused by damaged skins at the packaging stage The Grapes will be selected again he is removing grapes that are small and uneven in color all stages are done quickly and accurately to sure that the packaged grapes will be of equal size eye-catching dark purple color and fresh mechanical harvesting is often more coste effective and is well suited for large Vineyards located on flat land when using a harvester The Grapes may become cold more quickly than when picked by hand using Machinery is also beneficial for night harvesting the only downside is is that when the Harvester shakes The Vines it can damage the stems and Crush The Grapes however mechanical grape picking has brought the wine industry to a new level it is one of the main grape harvesting tools making wine delicious and well priced besides grapes from September to November is also the time when American farmers Harvest pumpkins pumpkins are harvested when the fruit has a solid orange color and a hard skin immature green pumpkins can ripen during Harvest harvest the fruit by cutting off the pumpkins Vine leaving 3 to 6 in of stem this makes the pumpkin look more attractive and easier to sell at the same time there will be less attack by fruit rot pathogens normally it is not feasible to harvest pumpkins early and preserve them until they can be marketed therefore pumpkins must be stored in the field if the vines and produce are healthy farmers can successfully store them in the field for several weeks the Harvester gently passes through the pumpkin beds sweeping up all the pumpkins lying on the ground the conveyor belt brings just harvested pumpkins into containers next to the Harvest track truck these two machines are doing work equivalent to the labor of about 20 workers it helps pumpkin Growers save costs and harvest [Music] time high up in Brazil's Northeast the sou Francisco Valley is a treasure Trove of delicious mangoes here Tommy Atkins is the most famous mango loved for its firm flesh and long shelf life in 2023 this region produced 284,000 tons of mangoes consistently supplying over 90% of the nation's exports annually mango can continue to ripen after picking but the catch is that the sugar stops growing once they're off the tree so if they're picked too early they won't be as sweet farmers will only pick mangoes with light yellow stems because that's the ripening sign but they have to be careful with the mango latex because it can cause skin rash and skin Browning to the mango they can also climb up the trees to pick it and will keep about 2 to 3 cm of the stem attached then they're sprayed with a mango wash to neutralize the latex for at least 1 minute next they are gently placed into these baskets with clean Linings to protect them from small Cuts once picked the mangoes take a trip to a special Factory for some post Harvest processing first workers trim the stems a little and let the latex drip off for about half an hour then they get sorted by size and quality hot water treatment is often applied to control disease and ensure a longer shelf life the best look mangoes get all cleaned and dried up before heading off to stores in sturdy crates for the mangoes with a few bumps and scratches they get turned into delicious juice or cut up into ready to eat pieces in this super cold room of 5° C workers can cut up to 100 mangoes an hour and did you know that they can even make vegan leather from mangoes in the Netherlands [Music] pineapples thrive in Sandy Lamy soil and the hot weather of Brazil gives the tar fruit an extra sweetness growing pineapples takes about 16 months and the hard work starts a year and a half before the Harvest on this 50000 Acre Farm a skilled worker can plant 6,000 seed crowns a day nearly A4 of an acre 8 month months later Farmers spray ethylene to trigger the plants to start making fruits and did you know a pineapple is actually a cluster of flowers when the pineapple changes from green to yellow and reaches the right amount of sugar content Farmers start to harvest them they break off the stalk with a downward motion and throw it into the basket but you can imagine how heavy that is that's why some Farms now have a conveyor belt mounted truck making it easier for workers to harvest daily then the pineapples are moved to the shade so they don't dry out at the factory pineapples are cleaned and trimmed thoroughly they also get a light wax coat to last longer on the Shelf they can last up to 3 weeks if stored at 8° C and 90% humid room but some pineapples are further processed to make frozen fruits this way you can enjoy them all year round and L fruit goes to waste in Vietnam even pineapple Skins are used to make [Music] soap aroke Fields can be harvested more than 10 times because they come in many different sizes that won't grow any bigger Peru is the world's top five artichoke producer with over 132,000 tons produced in 2019 it is also the first aroke exporter in the world there are two main types of aroke the green Globes and the Peruvian purples which look fancy with their purple color the real secret to the oke success in Peru is the weather its consistent coolness around 18° C Fosters Healthy Growth and allows Peruvian Farmers to cultivate Arch chokes year round after roughly 6 months of meticulous care the artichokes are ready to harvest Pickers simply use a sharp knife to remove the buds along with the stem about three fingers in length then toss it right in the bag each bag can carry up to 100 lb once it's full Pickers will bring it to the Harvester where it's sorted by size and placed in boxes these artichokes are then either sold right away or kept in the inventory for [Music] later considered green gold the World produced nearly 9 million tons of avocados in 2022 and 1 million tons came from Peru one of the top avocado countries in the world the most famous type here is the Hass avocado with its thick skin and creamy taste and avocado tree takes at least 3 years to grow fruit but then it keeps giving for a long time up to 40 years and it happens all year round but they are super thirsty fruits 283 L of water are needed to grow just 1 kg of avocados they're hard and still picked but if picked too immaturely they will turn rubbery or never even ripen so farmers will test some samples to determine the Harvest Time avocados can be snap picked or cut near the stem to reduce the risk of post Harvest rots this will help the avocado ripen evenly because the stem will block the oxygen from getting inside the old tree can reach over 12 M tall and a skilled picker can Harvest 453 kg in just 30 minutes picked out a cardos must not be dropped from over 30 cm or they'll get bruised when ripen then they are immediately put in a cool place to prevent sunburn and rejected after a wash with fungicides for fungal control the top graded avocados are sold fresh While others are further processed into best best selling sources and dips like guacamole Brazil is the world's second largest papaya producer with more than 1.2 million tons produced in 2019 they only grow two main types here the big long fosa papaya and the smaller round golden papaya papaya trees take about 7 months to a year to mature and produce their first fruit after that they will give fruit all year round in this fascinating spiral pattern with the peak season in the summer and fall after 2 years the plant reaches its limit and farmers will replace it with new ones papayas ripen when they start to turn yellow and they will come off easily with a gentle twist papaya latex contains papay that can stain the fruit and burn human skin so farmers will wash it right after harvest besides being sold fresh some ripe papayas are turned into dried fruit or pulp for ice cream but green papias are good too especially in [Music] salads as Dawn breaks across Asian fields from banana Orchards In tha land to Apple fields in Japan the Fruit Harvest appears like a vivid painting now let's visit fruit orchards to see how Asian farmers Harvest millions of tons of [Music] fruit after planting the apple orchard begins to bear fruit from the seventh or eighth year however it all depends on the selected variety fruit yield will increase Gra gradually each year and then remain stable for 30 to 35 years a farm in Japan has an area of 11 14,200 acres of apple trees total Apple production reached 9 24,600 tons bringing in revenue of about 1,316 million USD the Apple industry has become a pillar industry that helps increase people's in come and promote the rapid development of the local economy first of all farmers will determine the optimal ripeness for picking correct ripeness is not only important for quality but also for successful preservation picking fruit early is often both inefficient and expensive when apples are immature they bruise easily and shrink during storage apple orchards in in Asia are often harvested by hand farmers will climb ladders or use support tools to carefully pick each apple this is an extremely labor intensive method that predominates in the production of dessert apples it appears mainly in large fruit orchards accompanied by the participation of a significant number of seasonal workers on average an apple orchard needs about 10 to 12 harvesting workers to ensure the job is completed Farmers handle apples as gently as they would an egg they carefully placed all the apples in the picking box Do not drop the fruit or jostle it during Transportation this is the only way to prevent the fruit from being damaged before being distributed to the market the Harvest usually lasts until late October and fresh apples are usually available in early November once Harvest and sales are complete the production cycle begins again at the processing site apples are graded based on size color and quality apples are washed to remove dirt and pesticides then stored in cold storage or humidity controlled environment to retain freshness longer [Music] inside the spiky shell is a passionate sweetness have you ever tasted the taste of jurian now let's explore how Farmers Harvest this unique fruit Juan season in Malaysia usually lasts from May to September peaking in July and August when Juans ripen their spines turn from yellow brown to dark brown with a characteristic strong smell however Juran harvested at this stage is not suitable for transportation or long-term storage when Juans mature a spot on their stem will swell allowing them to naturally fall off the tree that is also the reason why Juans can fall at any time to ensure that farmers can collect Fallen Juans immediately Farmers often tie strings to the Juans this is to help prevent the fruit from touching the ground and damaging the Juan's Thorns professional Juan Farms often tie strings to each jurian fruit when it is just matured when the jurian fruit ripens and falls from the tree branch the string immediately wraps tightly around the jurian fruit preventing the jurian fruit from falling to the ground and being damaged at this time farmers can carefully lower the fruit and harvest at the beginning and end of the harvest season jurian is usually harvested only once a day because the garden's productivity is relatively low during this period after being picked they have to go through a series of processors before reaching you Juans are quickly transported to the collection center for further classification despite its thick skin and rough appearance jurian is not suitable for rough transportation because once Juan fruits rub against each other the jurian spines will break and become susceptible to pathogens besides conventional preservation fresh Juans can be quickly Frozen by exposing them to liquid nitrogen Frozen Juan can be stored at -8° C for 2 years while still retaining its original flavor color and texture dragon fruit is famous for its vibrant color exotic appearance and potential health benefits with its growing popularity in domestic and international markets dragon fruit cultivation offers economic opportunities for farmers and meets growing consumer demand depending on the variety and environmental conditions dragon fruit trees can begin to be bear fruit 12 to 15 months after planting each year dragon fruit begins to flower in May to June the growth period of dragon fruit is quite short only 1 month after flowering farmers can enter the harvest season similar to other fruits dragon fruit farmers also pay great attention to harvest time because ripeness will affect the quality and risk of spoilage of the fruit Farmers choose fruit that is not fully Rye or has turned pink at the same time when pressed the fruit deflates slightly the skin has a bright color and the scales on the outside of the skin have begun to wither picking is also quite simple Farmers just need to gently separate the fruit from the stem besides dragon fruit can be harvested with scissors or a knife the harvested fruit is immediately transferred to a place that can avoid sunlight before packaging or storage early morning or cool afternoon is the appropriate time to harvest to avoid hot direct sunlight which increases the temperature in the fruit if stored in optimal conditions usually at 10° C dragon fruit will retain its flavor for up to 17 days [Music] goodbye dragon fruit garden now let's go to Banana Garden in Thailand when the Banana's mature Farmers Place pads between the banana bunches to protect them from bumps and bruises then the bananas are wrapped in cloth or plastic bags to repel insects bananas are ready to be harvested about 10 to 13 weeks after the plant flowers bananas are always harvested by hand with two person teams who work well together first a person will use a knife to cut the banana Bunch from the stem at this point the chamber is lowered onto the other person's shoulder pad most farms in the Delta can use a cable cast system to move Bunches of bananas to processing SES if the bananas are pulled too quickly along the cable it can damage the fruit a small sharp knife is used to cut the bunch of bananas out of the bunch then these bananas are placed in a water tank to remove the P finally bananas are graded according to size and quality bananas are packaged whole and partially in cardboard boxes with plastic lining each box is guaranteed to have a net weight of 13 kg when released to the market now we go to the pineapple fields in the Philippines to see how Farmers Harvest millions of pineapples this is the leading country with a production level of about 2.7 million tons of pineapples per year the country's pineapple growing area is estimated to be over 40,000 hectares under good sunny conditions it takes 18 to 32 months for a pineapple to mature prolonged cold and freezing temperatures will slow the ripening process and make the fruit more acidic even pineapple will be seriously damaged at a temperature of 28° pineapples are not ready to ripen until most of the fruit has turned orange yellow however size and color changes are not reliable indicators of ripeness because pineapple is a fruit that does not continue to ripen after harvest choosing the right time to harvest will affect the entire quality of pineapple products every year about 3,200 workers flock to Pineapple farms in Indonesia to harvest millions of pineapples will be picked by hand before harvesting workers need to carefully prepare protective gear and gloves because the sore too likee leaves can hurt them after harvesting pineapples will be sent to factories for packaging or processing into other products such as canned pineapples and dried pineapples the Philippines Indonesia and India are the top coconut producers accounting for around 72% of the world's total cpra coconut trees can take over 6 years before before they bear fruit but can produce up to 80 coconuts a year for the next 100 years traditional methods involve skilled climbers who Ascend the over 80 ft tall Palms Barefoot or using notches cut into the tree Once at the top they use a machete to cut the Coconuts next coconuts are dried for 1 and 1/2 months before being husked to remove the fibrous outer shell these are highly porous and can be processed into soil-like substances for horiculture use the next step is to puncture and crack open the Coconuts to get the water and meat this can be done by machine but skilled workers say they can do it faster with up to 80,000 coconuts cut in some weeks the water is often bottled and salt as a beverage the meat is sterilized and dried to make copra then they are pressed to produce virgin coconut oil coconuts also undergo various processing steps to produce products such as desiccated coconut and coconut milk each product requires specific handling and processing techniques to ensure quality and safety cucumbers thrive on fertile soil and consistent moisture China turkey and the US are some of the world's leading cucumber producers they are usually ready for Harvest about 50 to 70 days after planting harvesting cucumbers used to be labor intensive as Millions had to be picked all by hand but most of the work is now replaced by mechanical Harvesters in larger operations nowadays these machines cut The Vines and separate the Cucumbers from the plant harvesting about 25 tons per hour regular harvesting every few days is necessary to ensure the cucumbers are collected at the right size and maturity or they will become bitter the timing depends on the variety and intended use such as pickling or fresh consumption after harvesting cucumbers are immediately brought to the factory to prevent water loss then they are washed sorted into three sizes and packed for distribution proper cooling is essential to maintain freshness cucumbers destined for pickling are usually delivered to processing facilities where they are washed again sorted and soaked in brine or vinegar for fresh consumption cucumbers are often waxed to reduce moisture loss and enhance shelf life life packaging is done in boxes or crates that allow for adequate ventilation to keep the Cucumbers cool and fresh during [Music] Transportation about 70% of the world's cocoa beans come from four West African countries including Ghana and the Ivory Coast which account for half of it it takes 3 years for a cocoa tree to start bearing cocoa pods and farmers can Harvest them about 5 to 6 months after flowering workers carefully cut the right pods from the tree to avoid damaging the flower cushions which are essential for future yields each treat can give from 50 to 150 pods in 6 months harvesting typically occurs twice a year between May and July and then from October to March once harvested the pods are open to extract the beans the beans still coated in sweet pulp are then fermented for several days this critical process develops the chocolate flavor and reduces bitterness after fermentation the beans are dried in the Sun for a week or using artificial dryers proper drying is crucial to prevent mold growth the dried beans are then packed and shipped to Chocolate manufacturers most of them are sold to all the big chocolate companies in the West for processing and only 30% are processed domestically at the processing facilities the beans are cleaned roasted and cracked to remove the outer shell producing cocoa nibs these nibs are ground to create cocoa Mass which can be further processed into cocoa powder the quality of the final chocolate product depends significantly on the care taken during each step of post Harvest processing blue agavi is native to the Mexican state of ysco and has grown to make tequila the country's most famous drink export it thrives in volcanic soils and requires 7 to 10 years to reach maturity the painter or or heart of the plant is harvested when the sugar content is at its peak jimadores skilled workers use a specialized tool called AOA to cut away the sharp leaves and extract the penina it is 25 to 30 kilos each and requires significant expertise the harvested peners are transported to distilleries where they are haved and cooked for 3 Days to convert the complex Stu into fermentable sugars a volcanic Stone wheel then crushes the cooked panas to extract the juice it is then fermented with the fiber and distilled to produce tequila the fermentation process takes 3 days and is crucial for developing the unique flavors of tequila after distillation the tequila is aged in barrels which can significantly influence its taste and qu quality the final product is filtered and bottled for [Music] distribution wild blueberries are native to North America and thrive in acidic well- drained soils they are commonly found in regions like Maine Eastern Canada and deep in the Nordic forests while blueberries in the US are typically harvested from Late July to early early September when they reach a deep blue color traditionally handheld rakes are used to gather the berries this method is still used to harvest Nordic wild blueberries because of their special location a skilled picker can Harvest 1 kg of blueberries in just 10 minutes and about 100 kilos a day mechanical Harvesters are increasingly used in large operations these machines gently shake the bushes to dislodge the berries which are then collected on conveyor belts while blueberries are highly perishable and require processing hours after harvest at the facility the berries are shaken to remove leaves and then dest stemmed next they're cleaned sorted and often Frozen immediately to preserve their quality this way they can last for 10 to 15 years after picking the frozen berries are packed and stored for distribution or further processing into products such as juice fresh berries are usually packed in pints or quarts and shipped to markets where they must be sold quickly to ensure freshness compared to Main's blueberries Nordic blueberries are ahead in the health game with five times more antioxidants per 100 G RAM and of course it's way more [Music] expensive the prickly pear cactus is native only to the US but it's been introduced and widely cultivated in Mexico Italy and South Africa the world's top three producers of cactus pear products prickly pear fruits are typically harvested in late August to early April when they develop a bright red color and slightly soft texture harvesting prickly pear is challenging due to the spines on both the pants and the fruits workers use tongs or gloves to carefully pick the fruits and wear protected clothing to avoid injury after harvesting the fruits are washed and then desined the spine free fruits are washed again and prepared for Market or further processing the fruits are sorted by size and packaged each year Mexico produced about 510,000 tons of fresh prickly pear cactus prickly pear can be consumed fresh or processed into puree which they sell as a form of flavoring the pads of the cactus known as noals are also harvested and used in culinary dishes post Harvest handling involves cleaning and slicing the pads which are then packaged for [Music] sale next we go to The Vineyards grape Harvest usually begins 30 to 70 days after the fruit set at this time the grapes change color from green to yellow or red purple however the optimal time to harvest depends on many different factors including the type of grape the designed flavor profile and the specific Market skilled workers carefully cut Bunches of grapes and arrange them into containers choosing the best Bunches of grapes and avoiding sunburn or plant rot is something only humans can do hand harvesting allows for more precise selection and controls great content from oxidation caused by damaged skins at the packaging stage The Grapes will be selected again he is removing grapes that are small and uneven in color all stages are done quickly and accurately to ensure that the package grapes will be of equal size eye-catching dark purple color and fresh mechanical harvesting is often more cost effective and is well suited for large Vineyards located on on flat land when using a harvester The Grapes may become cold more quickly than when picked by hand using Machinery is also beneficial for night harvesting the only downside is that when the Harvester shakes The Vines it can damage the stems and Crush The Grapes however mechanical grape picking has brought the wine industry to a new level it is one of the main grape harvesting tools making wine delicious and well priced besides grapes from September to November is also the time when American farmers Harvest pumpkins pumpkins are harvested when the fruit has a solid orange color and a hard skin immature green pumpkins can ripen during Harvest harvest the fruit by cutting off the pumpkins Vine leaving 3 to 6 in of stem this makes the pumpkin look more attractive and easier to sell at the same time there will be less attacked by fruit rot pathogens normally it is not feasible to harvest pumpkins early and preserve them until they can be marketed therefore pumpkins must be stored in the field if the vines and produce are healthy farmers can successfully store them in the field for several for weeks the Harvester gently passes through the pumpkin beds sweeping up all the pumpkins lying on the ground the conveyor belt brings just harvested pumpkins into containers next to the Harvest truck these two machines are doing work equivalent to the labor of about 20 workers it helps pumpkin Growers safe costs and Harvest Time [Music] high up in Brazil's Northeast the South Francisco Valley is a treasure Trove of delicious mangoes here Tommy Atkins is the most famous mango loved for its firm flesh and long shelf life in 2023 this region produced 284,000 tons of mangoes consistently supplying over 90% of the nation's exports annually mango can continue to ripen after picking but the catch is that the sugar stops growing once they're off the tree so if they're picked too early they won't be as sweet farmers will only pick mangoes with light yellow stems because that's the ripening sign but they have to be careful with the mango latex because it can cause skin rash and skin Browning to the mango they can also climb up the trees to pick it and will keep about 2 to 3 cm of the stem attached then they're sprayed with a mango wash to neutralize the latex for at least 1 minute next they are gently placed into these baskets with clean Linings to protect them from small Cuts once picked the mangoes take a trip to a special Factory for some post Harvest processing first workers trim the stems a little and let the latex drip off for about half an hour then they get sorted by size and quality hot water treatment is often applied to control disease and ensure a longer shelf life the best looking mangoes get all cleaned and dried up before heading off to stores in sturdy crates for the mangoes with a few bumps and scratches they get turned into delicious juice or cut up into ready to eat pieces in this super cold room of 5° C workers can cut up to 100 mangoes an hour and did you know that they can even make vegan leather from mangoes in the [Music] Netherlands pineapples thrive in Sandy Lamy soil and the hot weather of Brazil gives the tart fruit an extra sweetness growing pineapples takes about 16 months and the hard work starts a year and a half before the Harvest on this 50000 Acre Farm a skilled worker can plant 6,000 seed crowns a day nearly A4 of an acre 8 months later Farmers spray ethylene to trigger the plants to start making fruits and did you know a pineapple is actually a cluster of flowers when the pineapple changes from green to yellow and reaches the right amount of sugar content Farmers start to harvest them they break off the stalk with a downward motion and throw it into the basket but you can imagine how heavy that is that's why some Farms now have a conveyor belt mounted truck making it easier for workers to harvest daily then the pineapples are moved to the shade so they don't dry out at the factory pineapples are clean clean and trimmed thoroughly they also get a light wax coat to last longer on the Shelf they can last up to 3 weeks if stored at 8° C and 90% humid room but some pineapples are further processed to make frozen fruits this way you can enjoy them all year round unless fruit goes to waste in Vietnam even pineapple Skins are used to make soap artichoke Fields can be harvested more than 10 times because they come in many different sizes that won't grow any bigger Peru is the world's top five artichoke producer with over 132,000 tons produced in 2019 it is also the first oke exporter in the world there are two main types of oke the green Globes and the Peruvian purples which look fancy with their purple color the real secret to the aroke success in Peru is the weather its consistent coolness around 18° C Fosters Healthy Growth and allows Peruvian Farmers to cultivate Arch chokes year round after roughly 6 months of meticulous care the artichokes are ready to harvest Pickers simply use a sharp knife to remove the buds along with the stem about three fingers in length then toss it right in the bag each bag can carry up to 100 lb once it's full Pickers will bring it to the Harvester where it's sorted by size and placed in boxes these AR chokes are then either sold right away or kept in the inventory for later [Music] considered green gold the World produced nearly 9 million tons of avocados in 2022 and 1 million tons came from Peru one of the top avocado countries in the world the most famous type here is the Hass avocado with its thick skin and creamy taste an avocado treat takes at least 3 years to grow fruit but then it keeps giving for a long time up to 40 years and it happens all year round but they are super thirsty fruits 283 L of water are needed to grow just 1 kg of avocados they're hard until picked but if picked too immaturely they will turn rubbery or never even ripen so farmers will test some samples to determine the Harvest Time avocados can be snap picked or cut near the stem to reduce the risk of post Harvest rots this will help the avocado ripen evenly because the stem will block the oxygen from getting inside the old tree can reach over 12 M tall and a skilled picker can Harvest 453 kg in just 30 minutes picked avocados must not be dropped from over 30 cm or they'll get bruised when ripen then they are immediately put in a cool place to prevent sunburn and rejected after a wash with fungicides for fungal control the top graded avocados are sold fresh While others are further processed into bestselling sources and dips like guacamole Brazil is the world's second largest papaya producer with more than 1.2 million tons produced in 2019 they only grow two main types here the big long for most of papaya and the smaller round golden papaya papaya trees take about 7 months to a year to mature and produce their first fruit after that they will give fruit all year round in this fascinating spiral pattern with the peak season in the summer and fall after 2 years the plant reaches its limit and farmers will replace it with new ones papayas ripen when they start to turn yellow and they will come off easily with a gentle twist papaya latex contains papane that can stain the fruit and burn human skin so farmers will wash it right after harvest besides being sold fresh some ripe papayas are turned into dried fruit or pulp for ice cream but green papayas are good too especially in [Music] salads as Dawn breaks across Asian fields from banana orchards in Thailand to Apple fields in Japan the Fruit Harvest appears like a vivid painting now let's visit fruit orchards to see how Asian farmers Harvest millions of tons of fruit after planting the apple orchard begins to bear fruit from the seventh or eighth year however it all depends on the selected variety fruit yield will increase gradually each year and then remain stable for 30 to 35 years a farm in Japan has an area of 11 14,200 acres of apple trees total Apple production reached 94,6 tons bringing in revenue of about 1,316 million USD the Apple industry has become a pillar industry that helps increase people's income and promote the rapid development of the local economy first of all farmers will determine the optimal ripeness for picking correct ripness is not only important for quality but also for success uccessful preservation picking fruit early is often both inefficient and expensive when apples are immature they bruise easily and shrink during storage apple orchards in Asia are often harvested by hand farmers will climb ladders or use support tools to carefully pick each apple this is an extremely labor intensive method that predominates in the production of dessert apples it appears mainly in large fruit orchards accompanied by the participation of a significant number of seasonal workers on average an apple orchard needs about 10 to 12 harvesting workers to ensure the job is completed Farmers handle apples as gently as they would an egg they carefully placed all the apples in the picking box Do not drop the fruit or jostle it during transportation this is the only way to prevent the fruit from being damaged before being distributed to the market the Harvest usually lasts until late October and fresh apples are usually available in early November once Harvest and sales are complete the production cycle begins again at the processing site apples are graded based on size color and quality apples are washed to to remove dirt and pesticides then stored in cold storage or humidity controlled environment to retain freshness [Music] longer inside the spiky shell is a passionate sweetness have you ever tasted the taste of jurian now let's explore how Farmers Harvest this unique fruit jurian season in Malaysia us usually lasts from May to September peaking in July and August when Juans ripen their spines turn from yellow brown to dark brown with a characteristic strong smell however Juan harvested at this stage is not suitable for transportation or long-term storage when Juans mature a spot on their stem will swell allowing them to naturally fall off the tree that is also the reason why Juans can fall at any time to ensure that farmers can collect Fallen Juans immediately Farmers often tie strings to the Juans this is to help prevent the fruit from touching the ground and damaging the Juan's Thorns professional Juan Farms often tie strings to each Juan fruit when it is just matured when the Juan fruit ripens and falls from the tree branch the string immediately wraps tightly around the Juan fruit preventing the Juan fruit from falling to the ground and being damaged at this time farmers can carefully lower the fruit and harvest at the beginning and end of the harvest season jurian is usually harvested only once a day because the garden's productivity is relatively low during this period after being picked they have to go through a series of processes before reaching you Juans are quickly transported to the collection center for further classification despite its thick skin and rough appearance jurian is not suitable for rough Transportation because once Juan fruits rub against each other the Juan spines will break and become susceptible to pathogens besides conventional preservation fresh Juans can be quickly Frozen by exposing them to liquid nitrogen Frozen jurian can be stored at -8° C for 2 years while still retaining its original flavor color and [Music] texture dragon fruit is famous for its vibrant color exotic appearance and potential health benefits with its growing popularity in domestic and international markets dragon fruit cultivation offers economic opportunities for farmers and meets growing consumer demand depending on the variety and environmental conditions dragon fruit trees can begin to bear fruit 12 to 15 months after planting each year dragon fruit begins to flower in May to June the growth period of dragon fruit is quite short only 1 month after flowering Farm can enter the harvest season similar to other fruits dragon fruit farmers also pay great attention to harvest time because ripeness will affect the quality and risk of spoilage of the fruit farmers choose fruit that is not fully Rye or has turned pink at the same time when pressed the fruit deflates slightly the skin has a bright color and the scales on the outside of the skin have begun to to wither picking is also quite simple Farmers just need to gently separate the fruit from the stem besides dragon fruit can be harvested with scissors or a knife the harvested fruit is immediately transferred to a place that can avoid sunlight before packaging or storage early morning or cool afternoon is the appropriate time to harvest to avoid hot direct sunlight which increases the the temperature in the fruit if stored in optimal conditions usually at 10° C dragon fruit will retain its flavor for up to 17 days goodbye dragon fruit garden now let's go to Banana Garden in Thailand when the Banana's mature Farmers Place pads between the banana bunches to protect them from bumps and bruises then the banana Bas are wrapped in cloth or plastic bags to repel insects bananas are ready to be harvested about 10 to 13 weeks after the plant flowers bananas are always harvested by hand with two person teams who work well together first a person will use a knife to cut the banana Bunch from the stem at this point the chamber is lowered onto the other person's shoulder pad most f arms in the Delta can use a cable cast system to move Bunches of bananas to processing sights if the bananas are pulled too quickly along the cable it can damage the fruit a small sharp knife is used to cut the bunch of bananas out of the bunch then these bananas are placed in a water tank to remove the P finally bananas are graded according to size and quality bananas are packaged whole and partially in cardboard boxes with plastic lining each box is guaranteed to have a net weight of 13 kg when released to the market now we go to the pineapple fields in the Philippines to see how Farmers Harvest millions of pineapples this is the leading country with a production level of about 2.7 million tons of pineapples per year the country's pineapple growing area is estimated to be over 40,000 hectares under good sunny conditions it takes 18 to 32 months for a pineapple to mature prolonged cold and freezing temperatures will slow the ripening process and make the fruit more acidic even pineapple will be seriously damaged at a temperature of 28° pineapples are not ready to ripen until most of the fruit has turned orange yellow however size and color changes are not reliable indicators of ripeness because pineapple is a fruit that does not continue to ripen after harvest choosing the right time to harvest will affect the entire quality of pineapple products every year about 3,200 workers flock to pineapple app farms in Indonesia to harvest millions of pineapples will be picked by hand before harvesting workers need to carefully prepare protective gear and gloves because the sore tooth likee leaves can hurt them after harvesting pineapples will be sent to factories for packaging or processing into other products such as canned pineapples and dried pineapples [Music] the Philippines Indonesia and India are the top coconut producers accounting for around 72% of the world's total cpra coconut trees can take over 6 years before they bear fruit but can produce up to 80 coconuts a year for the next 100 years traditional methods involve skilled climbers who has send the over 80 ft tall Palms Barefoot or using notches cut into the tree Once at the top they use a machete to cut the Coconuts next coconuts are dried for 1 and 1/2 months before being husked to remove the fibrous outter shell these are highly porous and can be processed into soil-like substances for horiculture use the next step is to puncture and crack open the Coconuts to get the water and meat this can be done by machine but skilled workers say they can do it faster with up to 880,000 coconuts cut in some weeks the water is often bottled and salt as a beverage the meat is sterilized and dried to make cpra then they are pressed to produce virgin coconut oil coconuts also undergo various processing steps to produce products such as desiccated coconut and coconut milk each product requires specific handling and processing techniques to ensure quality and safety cucumbers thrive on fertile soil and consistent moisture China turkey and the US are some of the world's leading cucumber producers they are usually ready for Harvest about 50 to 70 days after planting harvesting cucumbers used to be labor intensive as Millions had to be picked all by hand but most of the work is now replaced by mechanical Harvesters in larger operations nowadays these machines cut the vines and separate the Cucumbers from the plant harvesting about 25 tons per hour regular harvesting every few days is necessary to ensure the Cucumber are collected at the right size and maturity or they will become bitter the timing depends on the variety and intended use such as pickling or fresh consumption after harvesting cucumbers are immediately brought to the factory to prevent water loss then they are washed sorted into three sizes and packed for distribution proper cooling is essential to maintain freshness cucumbers destined for pickling are usually delivered to processing facilities where they are washed again sorted and soaked in brine or vinegar for fresh consumption cucumbers are often waxed to reduce moisture loss and enhance shelf life packaging is done in boxes or crates that allow for adequate ventilation to keep the Cucumbers cool and fresh during transportation [Music] about 70% of the world's cocoa beans come from four West African countries including Ghana and the Ivory Coast which account for half of it it takes 3 years for a Cocoa Tree to start bearing cocoa pods and farmers can Harvest them about 5 to 6 months after flowering workers carefully cut the right pods from the tree to to avoid damaging the flower cushions which are essential for future yields each treat can give from 50 to 150 pods in 6 months harvesting typically occurs twice a year between May and July and then from October to March once harvested the pods are open to extract the beans the beans still coated in sweet pulp are then fermented for several days this critical process develops the chocolate flavor and reduces bitterness after fermentation the beans are dried in the Sun for a week or using artificial dryers proper drying is crucial to prevent mold growth the dried beans are then packed and shipped to Chocolate manufacturers most of them are sold to all the big chocolate companies in the West for processing and only 30% are processed Dem domestically at the processing facilities the beans are cleaned roasted and cracked to remove the outer shell producing cocoa nibs these nibs are ground to create cocoa Mass which can be further processed into cocoa powder the quality of the final chocolate product depends significantly on the care taken during each step of post Harvest processing blue agavi is native to the Mexican state of ysco and is grown to make tequila the country's most famous drink export it thrives in volcanic soils and requires 7 to 10 years to reach maturity the paina or heart of the plant is harvested when the sugar content is at its peak joris skilled workers use a specialized tool called AOA to cut away the sharp leaves and extract the peanut it is 25 to 30 kilos each and requires significant expertise the harvested peners are transported to distilleries where they are haved and cooked for 3 Days to convert the complex starch into fermentable sugars a volcanic Stone wheel then crushes the cooked pannas to extract the juice it is then fermented with the fiber and distill bu to produce tequila the fermentation process takes 3 days and is crucial for developing the unique flavors of tequila after distillation the tequila is aged in barrels which can significantly influence its taste and quality the final product is filtered and bottled for [Music] distribution wild blueberry berries are native to North America and thrive in acidic well- drained soils they are commonly found in regions like Maine Eastern Canada and deep in the Nordic forests while blueberries in the US are typically harvested from Late July to early September when they reach a deep blue color traditionally handheld rakes are used to gather the berries this method is still used to harvest Nordic Wild blueberri because of their special location a skilled picker can Harvest 1 kg of blueberries in just 10 minutes and about 100 kilos a day mechanical Harvesters are increasingly used in large operations these machines gently shake the bushes to dislodge the berries which are then collected on conveyor belts while blueberries are highly perishable and require processing hours after harvest at the facility the berries are shaken to remove leaves and then dest stemmed next they're cleaned sorted and often Frozen immediately to preserve their quality this way they can last for 10 to 15 years after picking the frozen berries are packed and stored for distribution or further processing into products such as juice fresh ber Beres are usually packed in pints or quartz and shipped to markets where they must be sold quickly to ensure freshness compared to Maine's blueberries Nordic blueberries are ahead in the health game with five times more antioxidants per 100 G and of course it's way more [Music] expensive the prickly pear cactus is native only to the US but it's been introduced and wiely cultivated in Mexico Italy and South Africa the world's top three producers of cactus pear products prickly pear fruits are typically harvested in late August to early April when they develop a bright red color and slightly soft texture harvesting prickly pear is challenging due to the spines on both the pants and the fruits workers use tongs or gloves to carefully pick the fruits and wear protected clothing to avoid injury after harvesting the fruits are washed and then desined the spine free fruits are washed again and prepared for Market or further processing the fruits are sorted by size and packaged each year Mexico produced about 510,000 tons of fresh prickly pear cactus Brickly peir can be consumed fresh or processed into puree which they sell as a form of flavoring the pads of the cactus known as noals are also harvested and used in culinary dishes post Harvest handling involves cleaning and slicing the pads which are then packaged for [Music] sale next we go to the venue grape Harvest usually begins 30 to 70 days after the fruit set at this time the grapes change color from green to yellow or red purple however the optimal time to harvest depends on many different factors including the type of grape the desired flavor profile and the specific Market skilled workers carefully cut Bunches of grapes and arrange them into containers choosing the best Bunches of grapes and avoiding sunburn or plant rot is something only humans can do hand harvesting allows for more precise selection and controls grape content from oxidation caused by damaged skins at the packaging stage The Grapes will be selected again here is removing grapes that are small and uneven in color all stages are done quickly and accurately to ensure that the packaged grapes will be of equal size eye catching dark purple color and fresh mechanical harvesting is often more coste effective and is well suited for large Vineyards located on flat land when using a harvester The Grapes may become cold more quickly than when picked by hand using Machinery is also beneficial for night harv vesting the only downside is that when the Harvester shakes The Vines it can damage the stems and Crush The Grapes however mechanical grape picking has brought the wine industry to a new level it is one of the main grape harvesting tools making wine delicious and well priced besides grapes from September to November is also the time when American farmers Harvest pump pumpkins pumpkins are harvested when the fruit has a solid orange color and a hard skin immature green pumpkins can ripen during Harvest harvest the fruit by cutting off the pumpkins Vine leaving 3 to 6 in of stem this makes the pumpkin look more attractive and easier to sell at the same time there will be less attack by fruit rot pathogens normally it is not feasible to harvest pumpkins early and preserve them until they can be marketed therefore pumpkins must be stored in the field if the vines and produce are healthy farmers can successfully store them in the field for several weeks the Harvester gently passes through the pumpkin beds sweeping up all the pumpkins lying on the ground the conveyor belt brings just harvested pumpkin into containers next to the Harvest truck these two machines are doing work equivalent to the labor of about 20 workers it helps pumpkin Growers save costs and harvest [Music] time high up in Brazil's Northeast the sou Francisco Valley is a treasure Trove of delicious mangoes here Tommy Atkins is the most famous mango loved for its firm flesh and long shelf life in 2023 this region produced 284,000 tons of mangoes consistently supplying over 90% of the Nations exports annually mango can continue to ripen after picking but the catch is that the sugar stops growing once they're off the tree so if they're picked too early they won't be as sweet farmers will only pick mangoes with light yellow stems because that's the ripening sign but they have to be careful with the mango latex because it can cause skin rash and skin Browning to the mango they can also climb up the trees to pick it and we'll keep about 2 to 3 cm of the stem attached then they're sprayed with a mango wash to neutralize the latex for at least 1 minute next they are gently placed into these baskets with clean Linings to protect them from small Cuts once picked the mangoes take a trip to a special Factory for some post Harvest processing first workers trim the stems a little and let the latex drip off for about half an hour then they get sorted by size and quality hot water treatment is often applied to control disease and ensure a longer shelf life the best looking mangoes get all cleaned and dried up before heading off to stores in sturdy crates for the mangoes with a few bumps and scratches they get turned into delicious juice or cut up into ready to eat pieces in this super cold room of 5° C workers can cut up to 100 mangos an hour and did you know that they can even make vegan leather from mangoes in the [Music] Netherlands pineapples thrive in sandy lomy soil and the hot weather of Brazil gives the tart fruit an extra sweetness growing pineapples takes about 16 months and the hard work starts a year and a half before the Harvest on this 50000 Acre Farm a skilled worker can plant 6,000 seed crowns a day nearly a qu of an acre 8 months later Farmers spray ethylene to trigger the plants to start making fruits and did you know a pineapple is actually a cluster of flowers when the pineapple changes from green to yellow and reaches the right amount of sugar content Farmers start to harvest them they break off the stalk with a downward motion and throw it into the basket but you can imagine how heavy that is that's why some Farms now have a conveyor belt mounted truck making it easier for workers to harvest daily then the pineapples are moved to the shade so they don't dry out at the factory pineapples are cleaned and trimmed thoroughly they also get a light wax coat to last longer on the Shelf they can last up to 3 weeks if stored at 8° C and 90% humid room but some pineapples are further processed to make frozen fruits this way you can enjoy them all year round unless fruit goes to waste in Vietnam even pineapple Skins are used to make [Music] soap oke Fields can be harvested more than 10 times because they come in many different sizes that won't grow any bigger Peru is the world's top five artichoke producer with over 132,000 tons produced in 2019 it is also the first oke exporter in the world there are two main types of aroke the green Globes and the Peruvian purples which look fancy with their purple color the real secret to the oke success in Peru is the weather its consistent coolness around 18° C Fosters Healthy Growth and allows Peruvian Farmers to cultivate artichokes year round after roughly 6 months of meticulous care the artichokes are ready to harvest Pickers simply use a sharp knife to remove the buds along with the stem about three fingers in length then toss it right in the bag each bag can carry up to 100 once it's full Pickers will bring it to the Harvester where it's sorted by size and placed in boxes these artichokes are then either sold right away or kept in the inventory for [Music] later considered green gold the World produced nearly 9 million tons of avocados in 2022 and 1 million tons came from Peru one of the top avocado countries in the world the most famous type here is the H avocado with its thick skin and creamy taste an avocado tree takes at least 3 years to grow fruit but then it keeps giving for a long time up to 40 years and it happens all year round but they are super thirsty fruits 283 L of water are needed to grow just 1 kg of AV ardos they're hard until picked but if picked too immaturely they will turn rubbery or never even ripen so farmers will test some samples to determine the Harvest Time avocados can be snap picked or cut near the stem to reduce the risk of post Harvest rots this will help the avocado ripen evenly because the stem will block the oxygen from getting inside the the old tree can reach over 12 M tall and a skilled picker can Harvest 453 kg in just 30 minutes picked avocados must not be dropped from over 30 cm or they'll get bruised when ripen then they are immediately put in a cool place to prevent sunburn and rejected after a wash with fungicides for fungal control the top grad avocados are sold fresh While others are further processed into bestselling sources and dips like guacamole Brazil is the world's second largest papaya producer with more than 1.2 million tons produced in 2019 they only grow two main types here the big long fosa papaya and the smaller round golden papaya papaya trees take about 7 months to a year to mature and produce their first fruit after that they will give fruit all year round in this fascinating spiral pattern with the peak season in the summer and fall after 2 years the plant reaches its limit and farmers will replace it with new ones papayas ripen when they start to turn yellow and they will come off easily with a gentle twist papaya latex contains papane that can stain the fruit and burn human skin so farmers will wash it right after harvest besides being sold fresh some riped papayas are turned into dried fruit or pulp for ice cream but green papayas are good too especially in [Music] salads as Dawn breaks across a Ian fields from banana orchards in Thailand to Apple fields in Japan the Fruit Harvest appears like a vivid painting now let's visit fruit orchards to see how Asian farmers Harvest millions of tons of [Music] fruit after planting the apple orchard begins to bear fruit from the 7th or eighth year however it all depends on the selected variety fruit yield will increase gradually each year and then remain stable for 30 to 35 years a farm in Japan has an area of 114 14,200 Acres of apple trees total Apple production reached 94,6 tons bringing in revenue of about 1,316 million USD the Apple industry has become a pillar industry that helps increase people's income and promote the rapid development of the local economy first of all farmers will determine the optimal ripeness for picking correct ripeness is not only important for quality but also for successful preservation picking fruit early is often both inefficient and expensive when apples are immature they bruise easily and shrink during stor storage apple orchards in Asia are often harvested by hand farmers will climb ladders or use support tools to carefully pick each apple this is an extremely labor intensive method that predominates in the production of dessert apples it appears mainly in large fruit orchards accompanied by the participation of a significant number of seasonal workers on average an apple or needs about 10 to 12 harvesting workers to ensure the job is completed Farmers handle apples as gently as they would an egg they carefully placed all the apples in the picking box Do not drop the fruit or jostle it during Transportation this is the only way to prevent the fruit from being damaged before being distributed to the market the Harvest usually lasts until late October and fresh apples are usually available in early November once Harvest and sales are complete the production cycle begins again at the processing site apples are graded based on size color and quality apples are washed to remove dirt and pesticides then stored in cold storage or humidity controlled environment to retain freshness longer [Music] inside the spiky shell is a passionate sweetness have you ever tasted the taste of jurian now let's explore how Farmers Harvest this unique fruit jurian season in Malaysia usually lasts from May to September peaking in July and August when Juans ripen their spines turn from yellow brown to dark brown with a characteristic strong smell however Juan harvested at this stage is not suitable for transportation or longterm storage when Juans mature a spot on their stem will swell allowing them to naturally fall off the tree that is also the reason why Juans can fall at any time to ensure that farmers can collect Fallen Juans immediately Farmers often tie strings to the Juans this is to help prevent the fruit from touching the ground and damaging the Juan's Thorns professional Juan Farms often tie strings to each Juan fruit when it is just matured when the jurian fruit ripens and falls from the tree branch the string immediately wraps tightly around the jurian fruit preventing the jurian fruit from falling to the ground and being damaged at this time farmers can carefully lower the fruit and harvest at the beginning and end of the harvest season jurian is usually harvested only once a day because the garden's productivity is relatively low during this period after being picked they have to go through a series of processes before reaching you Juans are quickly transported to the collection center for further classification despite its thick skin and rough appearance Juan is not suitable for rough Transportation because once Juan fruits rub against each other the Juan spines will break and become susceptible to pathogens besides conventional preservation fresh Juans can be quickly Frozen by exposing them to liquid nitrogen Frozen Juan can be stored at- 18° C for 2 years while still retaining its original flavor color and [Music] texture dragon fruit is famous for its vibrant color exotic appearance and potential health benefits with its growing popularity in domestic and international markets dragon fruit cultivation offers economic opportunities for farmers and meets growing consumer demand depending on the variety and environmental condition s dragon fruit trees can begin to bear fruit 12 to 15 months after planting each year dragon fruit begins to flower in May to June the growth period of dragon fruit is quite short only one month after flowering farmers can enter the harvest season similar to other fruits dragon fruit farmers also pay great attention to harvest time because ripeness will affect the quality and risk of spoilage of the fruit farmers choose fruit that is not fully Ryme or has turned pink at the same time when pressed the fruit deflates slightly the skin has a bright color and the scales on the outside of the skin have begun to wither picking is also quite simple Farmers just need to gently separate the fruit from the stem besides dragon fruit can be harvested with scissors or a knife the harvested fruit is immediately transferred to a place that can avoid sunlight before packaging or storage early morning or cool afternoon is the appropriate time to harvest to avoid hot direct sunlight which increases the temperature in the fruit if stored in optimal conditions usually at 10° Celsius dragon fruit will retain its flavor for up to 17 days [Music] goodbye dragon fruit garden now let's go to Banana Garden in Thailand when the bananas mature Farmers Place pads between the banana bunches to protect them from bumps and bruises then the bananas are wrapped in cloth or plastic bags to repel insects bananas are ready to be harvested about 10 to 13 weeks after the plant flowers bananas are always harvested by hand with two person teams who work well together first a person will use a knife to cut the banana Bunch from the stem at this point the chamber is lowered onto the other person's shoulder pad most farms in the Delta can use a cable cast system to move Bunches of bananas to processing sites if the bananas are pulled too quickly along the cable it can damage the fruit a small sharp knife is used to cut the bunch of bananas out of the bunch then these bananas are placed in a water tank to remove the PSE finally bananas are graded according to size and quality bananas are packaged whole and partially in cardboard boxes with plastic lining each box is guaranteed to have a net weight of 13 kg when released to the market now we go to the pineapple fields in the Philippines to see how Farmers Harvest millions of pineapples this is the leading country with a production level of about 2.7 million tons of pineapples per year the country's pineapple growing area is estimated to be over 40,000 hectares under good sunny conditions it takes 18 to 32 months for a pineapple to mature prolonged cold and freezing temperatures will slow the ripening process and make the fruit more acidic even pineapple will be seriously damaged at a temperature of 28° pineapples are not ready to ripen until most of the fruit has turned orange yellow however size and color changes are not reliable indicators of ripeness because pineapple is a fruit that does not continue to ripen after harvest choosing the right time to harvest will affect the entire quality of pineapple products every year about 3,200 workers flock to Pineapple farms in Indonesia to harvest millions of pineapples will be picked by hand before harvesting workers need to carefully prepare protective gear and GL HS because the sore tooth like leaves can hurt them after harvesting pineapples will be sent to factories for packaging or processing into other products such as canned pineapples and dried [Music] pineapples the the Philippines Indonesia and India are the top coconut producers accounting for around 72% of the world's total cpra coconut trees can take over 6 years before they bear fruit but can produce up to 80 coconuts a year for the next 100 years traditional methods involves skilled climbers who Ascend the over 80 ft tall Palms Barefoot or using notches cut into the tree Once at the top they use a machete to cut the Coconuts next coconuts are dried for 1 and 1 half months before being husked to remove the fibrous outer shell these are highly porous and can be processed into soil-like substances for horiculture use the next step is to puncture and crack open the Coconuts to get the water and meat this can be done by machine but skilled workers say they can do it faster with up to 880,000 coconuts cut in some weeks the water is often bottled and salt as a beverage the meat is sterilized and dried to make cpra then they are pressed to produce virgin coconut oil coconuts also undergo various processing steps to produce products such as desiccated coconut and coconut milk each product requires specific handling and processing techniques to ensure quality and safety cucumbers thrive on fertile soil and consistent moisture China turkey and the US are some of the world's leading cucumber producers they are usually ready for Harvest about 50 to 70 days after planting harvesting cucumbers used to be labor intensive as Millions had to be picked all by hand but most of the work is now replaced by mechanical Harvesters in larger operations nowadays these machines cut the vines and separate the Cucumbers from the plant harvesting about 25 tons per hour regular harvesting every few days is necessary to ensure the cucumbers are collected at the right size and maturity or they will become bitter the timing depends on the variety and intended use such as pickling or fresh consumption after harvesting cucumbers are immediately brought to the factory to prevent water loss then they are washed sorted into three sizes and packed for distribution proper cooling is essential to maintain freshness cucumbers destined for pickling are usually delivered to processing facilities where they are washed again sorted and soaked in brine or vinegar for fresh consumption cucumbers are often waxed to reduce moisture loss and enhance shelf life packaging is done in boxes or crates that allow for adequate ventilation to keep the Cucumbers cool and fresh during [Music] Transportation about 70% of the world's cocoa beans come from four West African countries in including Ghana and the Ivory Coast which account for half of it it takes 3 years for a Cocoa Tree to start bearing cocoa pods and farmers can Harvest them about 5 to 6 months after flowering workers carefully cut the right pods from the tree to avoid damaging the flower cushions which are essential for future yields each treat can give from 50 to 150 pods in 6 months harvesting typically occurs twice a year between May and July and then from October to March once harvested the pods are open to extract the beans the beans still coated in sweet pulp are then fermented for several days this critical process develops the chocolate flavor and reduces bitterness after fermentation the beans are dried in the Sun for a week or using artif IAL dryers proper drying is crucial to prevent mold growth the dried beans are then packed and shipped to Chocolate manufacturers most of them are sold to all the big chocolate companies in the West for processing and only 30% are processed domestically at the processing facilities the beans are clean roasted and cracked to remove the outer shell producing cocoa nibs these nibs are ground to create cocoa Mass which can be further processed into cocoa powder the quality of the final chocolate product depends significantly on the care taken during each step of post Harvest processing blue agavi is native to the Mexican state of ulco and has grown to make tequila the country's most famous drink export it thrives in oranic soils and requires 7 to 10 years to reach maturity the paina or heart of the plant is harvested when the sugar content is at its peak Jimador skilled workers use a specialized tool called AOA to cut away the sharp leaves and extract the penut it is 25 to 30 kilos each and requires significant expertise the Harvest Ed penas are transported to distilleries where they are haved and cooked for 3 Days to convert the complex starch into fermentable sugars a volcanic Stone wheel then crushes the cooked panas to extract the juice it is then fermented with the fiber and distilled to produce tequila the fermentation process takes 3 days and is crucial for developing the unique flavors of tequila after distillation the tequila is aged in barrels which can significantly influence its taste and quality the final product is filtered and bottled for [Music] distribution wild blueberries are native to North America and thrive in acidic well- drained soils they are commonly found in regions like Maine Eastern Canada and deep in the Nordic forests while blueberries in the US are typically harvested from Late July to early September when they reach a deep blue color traditionally handheld rakes are used to gather the berries this method is still used to harvest Nordic wild blueberries because of their special location a skilled picker can Harvest 1 kg of blueberries in just 10 minutes and about 100 kilos a day mechanical Harvesters are increasingly used in large operations these machines gently shake the bushes to dislodge the berries which are then collected on conveyor belts while blueberries are highly perishable and require processing hours after harvest at the facility the berries are shaken to remove leaves and then dest stemmed next they're cleaned sorted and often Frozen immediately to preserve their quality this way they can last for 10 to 15 years after picking the frozen berries are packed and stored for distribution or further processing into products such as juice fresh berries are usually packed in pintes or quartz and shipped to markets where they must be sold quickly to ensure freshness compared to Main's blueberry Nordic blueberries are ahead in the health game with five times more antioxidants per 100 G and of course it's way more [Music] expensive the prickly pear cactus is native only to the US but it's been introduced and wiely cultivated in Mexico Italy and South Africa the world's top three producers of cactus pear products prickly pear fruits are typically harvested in late August to early April when they develop a bright red color and slightly soft texture harvesting prickly pear is challenging due to the spines on both the pants and the fruits workers use tongs or gloves to carefully pick the fruits and wear protected clothing to avoid injury after harvesting the fruits are washed and then desined the spine free fruits are washed again and prepared for Market or further processing the fruits are sorted by size and packaged each year Mexico produced about 510,000 tons of fresh prickly pear cactus prickly pear can be consumed fresh or processed into puree which they sell as a form of flavoring the pads of the cactus known as noal are also harvested and used in culinary dishes post Harvest handling involves cleaning and slicing the pads which are then packaged for [Music] sale next we go to The Vineyards grape Harvest usually begins 30 to 70 days after the fruit set at this time the grapes change color from green to Yellow yellow or red purple however the optimal time to harvest depends on many different factors including the type of grape the desired flavor profile and the specific Market skilled workers carefully cut Bunches of grapes and arrange them into containers choosing the best Bunches of grapes and avoiding sunburn or plant rot is something only humans can do handh harvesting allows for more precise selection and controls grape content from oxidation caused by damaged skins at the packaging stage The Grapes will be selected again he is removing grapes that are small and uneven in color all stages are done quickly and accurately to ensure that the packaged grapes will be of equal size eye catching dark purple color and fresh mechanical harvesting is often more coste effective and is well suited for large Vineyards located on flat land when using a harvester The Grapes may become cold more quickly than when picked by hand using Machinery is also beneficial for night harvesting the only downside is that when the Harvester shakes The Vines it can damage the stems and Crush The Grapes however mechanical grape picking has brought the wine industry to a new level it is one of the main grape harvesting tools making wine delicious and well priced besides grapes from September to November is also the time when American farmers Harvest pumpkins pumpkins are harvested when the fruit has a solid orange color and a hard skin immature green pumpkins can ripen dur during Harvest harvest the fruit by cutting off the pumpkin's Vine leaving 3 to 6 in of stem this makes the pumpkin look more attractive and easier to sell at the same time there will be less attack by fruit rot pathogens normally it is not feasible to harvest pumpkins early and preserve them until they can be marketed therefore pumpkins must be stored in the field field if the vines and produce are healthy farmers can successfully store them in the field for several weeks the Harvester gently passes through the pumpkin beds sweeping up all the pumpkins lying on the ground the conveyor belt brings just harvested pumpkins into containers next to the Harvest truck these two machines are doing work equivalent to the labor of about 20 workers it helps pumpkin Growers save costs and harvest [Music] time high up in Brazil's Northeast the sou Francisco Valley is a treasure Trove of delicious mangoes here Tommy Atkins is the most famous mango loved for its firm flesh and long shelf life in 2023 this region produced 28 4,000 tons of mangoes consistently supplying over 90% of the nation's exports annually mango can continue to ripen after picking but the catch is that the sugar stops growing once they're off the tree so if they're picked too early they won't be as sweet farmers will only pick mangoes with light yellow stems because that's the ripening sign but they have to be careful with the mango latex because it can cause skin rash and skin Browning to the mango they can also climb up the trees to pick it and will keep about 2 to 3 cm of the stem attached then they're sprayed with a mango wash to neutralize the latex for at least 1 minute next they are gently placed into these baskets with clean Linings to protect them from small Cuts once picked the mangoes take a trip to a special Factory for some post Harvest processing first workers trim the stems a little and let the latex drip off for about half an hour then they get sorted by size and quality hot water treatment is often applied to control disease and ensure a longer shelf life the best looking mangoes get all cleaned and dried up before heading off to stores in sturdy crates for the mangoes with a few bumps and scratches they get turned into delicious juice or cut up into ready to eat pieces in this super cold room of 5° C workers can cut up to 100 mangoes an hour and did you know that they can even make vegan leather from mangoes in the [Music] Netherlands pineapples thrive in Sandy Lamy soil and the hot weather of Brazil gives the tart fruit an extra sweetness growing pineapples takes about 16 months and the hard work starts a year and a half before the Harvest on this 50000 Acre Farm a skilled worker can plant 6,000 seed crowns a day nearly A4 of an acre 8 months later Farmers spray ethylene to trigger the plants to start making fruits and did you know a pineapple is actually a cluster of flowers when the pineapple changes from green to yellow and reaches the right amount of sugar content Farmers start to harvest them they break off the stalk with a downward motion and throw it into the basket but you can imagine how heavy that is that's why some Farms now have a conveyor belt mounted truck making it easier for workers to harvest daily then the PIP pineapples are moved to the shade so they don't dry out at the factory pineapples are cleaned and trimmed thoroughly they also get a light wax coat to last longer on the Shelf they can last up to 3 weeks if stored at 8° C and 90% humid room but some pineapples are further processed to make frozen fruits this way you can enjoy them all year round and less fruit goes to waste in Vietnam even pineapple Skins are used to make [Music] soap artichoke Fields can be harvested more than 10 times because they come in many different sizes that won't grow any bigger Peru is the world's top five artichoke producer with over 132,000 tons produced in 2019 it is also the first aroke exporter in the world there are two main types of aroke the green Globes and the Peruvian purples which look fancy with their purple color the real secret to the aroke success in Peru is the weather its consistent coolness around 18° Celsius Fosters Healthy Growth and allows Peruvian Farmers to cultivate artichokes year round after roughly 6 months of meticulous care the artichokes are ready to harvest Pickers simply use a sharp knife to remove the buds along with the stem about three fingers in length then toss it right in the bag each bag can carry up to 100 lb once it's full Pickers will bring it to the Harvester where it's sorted by size and placed in boxes these AR chokes are then either sold right away or kept in the inventory for [Music] later considered green gold the World produced nearly 9 million tons of avocados in 2022 and 1 million tons came from Peru one of the top avocado countries in the world the most famous type here is the Hass avocado with its thick skin and creamy taste and avocado tree takes at least 3 years to grow fruit but then it keeps giving for a long time up to 40 years and it happens all year round but they are super thirsty fruits 283 L of water are needed to grow just 1 kg of avocados they're hard until picked but if picked two immaturely they will turn rubbery or never even ripen so farmers will test some samples to determine the Harvest Time avocados can be snap picked or cut near the stem to reduce the risk of post Harvest rots this will help the avocado ripen evenly because the stem will block the oxygen from getting inside the old tree can reach over 12 M tall and a skilled picker can Harvest 453 kg in just 30 minutes picked out avocados must not be dropped from over 30 cm or they'll get bruised when ripen then they are immediately put in a cool place to prevent sunburn and rejected after a wash with fungicides for fungal control the top grad avocados are sold fresh While others are further processed into bestselling sources and dips like guacamole Brazil is the world's second largest papaya producer with more than 1.2 million tons produced in 2019 they only grow two main types here the big long fosa papaya and the smaller round golden papaya papaya trees take about 7 months to a year to mature and produce their first fruit after that they will give fruit all year round in this fascinating spiral pattern with the peak season in the summer and fall after 2 years the plant reaches its limit and farmers will replace it with new ones papayas ripen when they start to turn yellow and they will come off easily with a gentle twist papaya latex contains papane that can stain the fruit and burn human skin so farmers will wash it right after harvest besides being sold fresh some rip papayas are turned into dried fruit or pulp for ice cream but green papayas are good too especially in [Music] salads as Dawn breaks across Asian fields from banana orchards in Thailand to Apple fields in Japan the Fruit Harvest appears like a vivid painting now let's visit fruit Orchards to see how Asian farmers Harvest millions of tons of [Music] fruit after planting the apple orchard begins to bear fruit from the seventh or eighth year however it all depends on the selected variety fruit yield will increase gradually each year and then remain stable for 30 to 35 years a farm in Japan has has an area of 114 14,200 Acres of apple trees total Apple production reached 94,6 tons bringing in revenue of about 1,316 million USD the Apple industry has become a pillar industry that helps increase people's income and promote the rapid development of the local economy first of all farmers will determine the optimal ripeness for picking correct ripeness is not only important for quality but also for successful preservation picking fruit early is often both inefficient and expensive when apples are immature they bruise easily and shrink during storage apple orchards in Asia are often harvested by hand farmers will climb ladders or use support tools to carefully pick each apple this is an extremely labor intensive method that predominates in the production of dessert apples it appears mainly in large fruit orchards accompanied by the participation of a significant number of seasonal workers on average an apple orchard needs about 10 to 12 harvesting workers to ensure the job is completed Farmers handle apples as gently as they would an egg they carefully placed all the apples in the picking box Do not drop the fruit or jostle it during Transportation this is the only way to prevent the fruit from being damaged before being distributed to the market the Harvest usually lasts until late October and fresh apples are usually available in early November once Harvest and sales are complete the production cycle begins again at the pro processing site apples are graded based on size color and quality apples are washed to remove dirt and pesticides then stored in cold storage or humidity controlled environment to retain freshness [Music] longer inside the spiky shell is a passionate sweetness have you ever tasted the taste of jurian now let's explore how Farmers Harvest this unique fruit jurian season in Malaysia usually lasts from May to September peaking in July and August when Juans ripen their spines turn from yellow brown to dark brown with a characteristic strong smell however Juri and harvested at this stage is not suitable for transportation or long-term storage when Juans mature a spot on their stem will swell allowing them to naturally fall off the tree that is also the reason why Juans can fall at any time to ensure that farmers can collect Fallen Juans immediately Farmers often tie strings to the Juans this is to help prevent the fruit from touching the ground and damaging the Juan's Thorns professional jurian Farms often tie strings to each jurian fruit when it is just matured when the jurian fruit ripens and falls from the tree branch the string immediately wraps tightly around the Juan fruit preventing the Juan fruit from falling to the ground and being damaged at this time farmers can carefully lower the fruit and harvest at the beginning and end of the harvest season jurian is usually harvested only once a day because the garden produc activ ity is relatively low during this period after being picked they have to go through a series of processes before reaching you Juans are quickly transported to the collection center for further classification despite its thick skin and rough appearance Juan is not suitable for rough Transportation because once jurian fruits rub against each other the Juan spines will break and become susceptible to pathogen [Music] besides conventional preservation fresh Juans can be quickly Frozen by exposing them to liquid nitrogen Frozen Juan can be stored at- 18° C for 2 years while still retaining its original flavor color and [Music] texture dragon fruit is famous for its vibrant color it exotic appearance and potential health benefits with its growing popularity in domestic and international markets dragon fruit cultivation offers economic opportunities for farmers and meets growing consumer demand depending on the variety and environmental conditions dragon fruit trees can begin to bear fruit 12 to 15 months after planting each year dragon fruit begins to flower in May to June June the growth period of dragon fruit is quite short only 1 month after flowering farmers can enter the harvest season similar to other fruits dragon fruit farmers also pay great attention to harvest time because ripeness will affect the quality and risk of spoilage of the fruit farmers choose fruit that is not fully Rye or has turned pink at the same time when pressed the fruit deflates slightly the skin has a bright color and the scales on the outside of the skin have begun to wither picking is also quite simple Farmers just need to gently separate the fruit from the stem besides dragon fruit can be harvested with scissors or a knife the harvested fruit is immediately transferred to a place that can avoid sunlight before packaging or storage early morning or cool afternoon is the appropriate time to harvest to avoid hot direct sunlight which increases the temperature in the fruit if stored in optimal conditions usually at 10° C dragon fruit will retain its flavor for up to 17 days goodbye dragon fruit garden now let's go to Banana Garden in Thailand when the banan's mature MERS Place pads between the banana bunches to protect them from bumps and bruises then the bananas are wrapped in cloth or plastic bags to repel insects bananas are ready to be harvested about 10 to 13 weeks after the plant flowers bananas are always harvested by hand with two person teams who work well together first a person will use a knife to cut the banana Bunch from the stamp M at this point the chamber is lowered onto the other person's shoulder pad most farms in the Delta can use a cable cast system to move Bunches of bananas to processing sights if the bananas are pulled too quickly along the cable it can damage the fruit a small sharp knife is used to cut the bunch of bananas out of the bunch then these bananas are placed in a water tank to remove the P finally bananas are graded according to size and quality bananas are packaged whole and partially in cardboard boxes with plastic lining each box is guaranteed to have a net weight of 13 kg when released to the market now we go to the pineapple fields in the Philippines to see how Farmers Harvest millions of pineapples this is the leading country with a production level of about 2.7 million tons of pineapples per year the country's pineapple growing area is estimated to be over 40,000 hectares under good sunny conditions it takes 18 to 32 months for a pineapple to mature prolonged cold and freezing temperatures will slow the ripening process and make the fruit fruit more acidic even pineapple will be seriously damaged at a temperature of 28° pineapples are not ready to ripen until most of the fruit has turned orange yellow however size and color changes are not reliable indicators of ripeness because pineapple is a fruit that does not continue to ripen after harvest choosing the right time to harvest will affect the entire quality of pine pineapple products every year about 3,200 workers flock to Pineapple farms in Indonesia to harvest millions of pineapples will be picked by hand before harvesting workers need to carefully prepare protective gear and gloves because the sore tooth likee leaves can hurt them after harvesting pineapples will be sent to factories for packaging or processing into other products such as canned pineapples and dried [Music] pineapples the Philippines Indonesia and India are the top coconut producers accounting for around 72% of the world's total cpra coconut trees can take over 6 years before they bear fruit but can produce up to 80 coconuts a year year for the next 100 years traditional methods involve skilled climbers who has send the over 80 ft tall Palms Barefoot or using notches cut into the tree Once at the top they use a machete to cut the Coconuts next coconuts are dried for 1 and 1/2 months before being husked to remove the fibrous outer shell these are highly porous and can be processed into soy like substances for horiculture use the next step is to puncture and crack open the Coconuts to get the water and meat this can be done by machine but skilled workers say they can do it faster with up to 80,000 coconuts cut in some weeks the water is often bottled and salt as a beverage the meat is sterilized and dried to make cpra then they are press to produce virgin coconut oil coconuts also undergo various processing steps to produce products such as desiccated coconut and coconut milk each product requires specific handling and processing techniques to ensure quality and safety cucumbers thrive on fertile soil and consistent moisture China turkey and the US us are some of the world's leading cucumber producers they are usually ready for Harvest about 50 to 70 days after planting harvesting cucumbers used to be labor intensive as Millions had to be picked all by hand but most of the work is now replaced by mechanical Harvesters in larger operations nowadays these machines cut the vines and separate the Cucumbers from the plant harvesting about about 25 tons per hour regular harvesting every few days is necessary to ensure the cucumbers are collected at the right size and maturity or they will become bitter the timing depends on the variety and intended use such as pickling or fresh consumption after harvesting cucumbers are immediately brought to the factory to prevent water loss then they are washed sorted into three sizes and packed for distribution proper cooling is essential to maintain freshness cucumbers destined for pickling are usually delivered to processing facilities where they are washed again sorted and soaked in brine or vinegar for fresh consumption cucumbers are often waxed to reduce moisture loss and enhance shelf life packaging is done in boxes or crates that allow for adequate ventilation to keep the Cucumbers cool and fresh during [Music] Transportation about 70% of the world's cocoa beans come from four West African countries including Ghana and the Ivory Coast which account for half of it it takes 3 years for a Cocoa Tree to start bearing cocoa pods and farmers can Harvest them about 5 to 6 months after flowering workers carefully cut the r pods from the tree to avoid damaging the flower cushions which are essential for future yields each treat can give from 50 to 150 pods in 6 months harvesting typically occurs twice a year between May and July and then from October to March once harvested the pods are open to extract the beans the beans still coated in sweet pulp are then fermented for several days this critical process develops the chocolate flavor and reduces bitterness after fermentation the beans are dried in the Sun for a week or using artificial dryers proper drying is crucial to prevent mold growth the dried beans are then packed and shipped to Chocolate manufacturers most of them are sold to all the big chocolate companies in the West for processing and only 30% are processed domestically at the processing facilities the beans are cleaned roasted and cracked to remove the outer shell producing cocoa nibs these nibs are ground to create cocoa Mass which can be further processed into cocoa powder the quality of the final chocolate product depends significantly on the care taken during each step of post Harvest processing blue agavi is native to the Mexican state of ulco and is grown to make tequila the country's most famous drink export it thrives in volcanic soils and requires 7 to 10 years to reach maturity the paina or heart of the plant is harvested when the sugar content is added Peak Jimador skilled workers use a specialized tool called AOA to cut away the sharp leaves and extract the panina it is 25 to 30 kilos each and requires significant expertise the harvested peners are transported to distilleries where they are haved and cooked for 3 Days to convert the complex starch into fermentable sugars a volcanic Stone wheel then crushes the cooked pannas to extract the juice it is then fermented with the fiber and distilled to produce tequila the fermentation process takes 3 days and is crucial for developing the unique flavors of tequila after distillation the tequila is aged in barrels which can significantly influence its taste and quality the final product is filtered and bottled for [Music] distribution wild blueberries are native to North America and thrive in acidic well- drained soils they are commonly found in regions like Maine Eastern Canada and deep in the Nordic forests while blueberries in the US are typically harvested from Late July to early September when they reach a deep blue color traditionally handheld rakes are used to gather the berries this method is still used to harvest Nordic wild blueberries because of their special location a skilled picker can Harvest 1 kg of blueberries in just 10 minutes and about 100 kilos a day mechanical Harvesters are increasingly used in large operations these machines gently shake the bushes to dislodge the berries which are then collected on conveyor belts while blueberries are highly perishable and require processing hours after harvest at the facility the berries are shaken to remove leaves and then dest stemmed next they're cleaned sorted and often Frozen immediately to preserve their quality this way they can last for 10 to 15 years after picking the frozen berries are packed and stored for distribution or further processing into products such as juice fresh berries are usually packed in pint or quartz and shipped to markets where they must be sold quickly to ensure freshness compared to Main's blueberries Nordic blueberries are ahead in the health game with five times more antioxidants per 100 G and of course it's way more expensive [Music] the prickly pear cactus is native only to the US but it's been introduced and wiely cultivated in Mexico Italy and South Africa the world's top three producers of cactus pear products prickly pear fruits are typically harvested in late August to early April when they develop a bright red color and slightly soft texture harvesting PR pear is challenging due to the spines on both the pants and the fruits workers use tongs or gloves to carefully pick the fruits and wear protected clothing to avoid injury after harvesting the fruits are washed and then desined the spin-free fruits are washed again and prepared for Market or further processing the fruits are sorted by size and packaged each year Mexico produced about 510,000 tons of fresh prickly pear cactus prickly peir can be consumed fresh or processed into puree which they sell as a form of flavoring the pads of the cactus known as noals are also harvested and used in culinary dishes post Harvest handling involves cleaning and slicing the pads which are then packaged for sale [Music] next we go to The Vineyards grape Harvest usually begins 30 to 70 days after the fruit set at this time the grapes change color from green to yellow or red purple however the optimal time to harvest depends on many different factors including the type of grape the desired flavor profile and the specific Market skilled workers carefully cut Bunches of grapes and arrange them into containers choosing the best Bunches of grapes and avoiding sunburn or plant rot is something only humans can do hand harvesting allows for more precise selection and controls grape content from oxidation caused by damaged skins at the packaging stage The Grapes will be selected again he is removing grapes that are small and uneven in color all stages are done quickly and accurately to ensure that the packaged grapes will be of equal size eye catching dark purple color and fresh mechanical harvesting is often more cost effective and is well suited for large Vineyards located on flat land when using a harvester the Great may become cold more quickly than when picked by hand using Machinery is also beneficial for night harvesting the only downside is that when the Harvester shakes The Vines it can damage the stems and Crush The Grapes however mechanical grap picking has brought the wine industry to a new level it is one of the main grape harvesting tools making wine delicious and well priced besides grapes from September to November is also the time when American farmers Harvest pumpkins pumpkins are harvested when the fruit has a solid orange color and a hard skin immature green pumpkins can ripen during Harvest harvest the fruit by cutting off the pumpkins Vine leaving 3 to 6 in of stem this makes the pumpkin look more attractive and easier to sell at the same time there will be less attacked by fruit root pathogens normally it is not feasible to harvest pumpkins early and preserve them until they can be marketed therefore pumpkins must be stored in the field if the vines and produce are healthy farmers can successfully store them in the field for several weeks the Harvester gently pars passes through the pumpkin beds sweeping up all the pumpkins lying on the ground the conveyor belt brings just harvested pumpkins into containers next to the Harvest truck these two machines are doing work equivalent to the labor of about 20 workers it helps pumpkin Growers save costs and harvest [Music] time high up in Brazil's Northeast the sou Francisco Valley is a treasure Trove of delicious mangoes here Tommy Atkins is the most famous mango loved for its firm flesh and long shelf life in 2023 this region produced 284,000 tons of mangoes consistently supplying over 90% of the Nations exports annually mango can continue to ripen after picking but the catch is that the sugar stops growing once they're off the tree so if they're picked too early they won't be as sweet farmers will only pick mangoes with light yellow stems because that's the ripening sign but they have to be careful with the mango latex because it can cause skin rash and skin Browning to the mango they can also climb up the trees to pick it and we'll keep about 2 to 3 cm of the stem attached then they're sprayed with a mango wash to neutralize the latex for at least 1 minute next they are gently placed into these baskets with clean Linings to protect them from small Cuts once picked the mangoes take a trip to a special Factory for some post Harvest processing first workers trim the stems a little and let the latex drip off for about half an hour then they get sorted by size and quality hot water treatment is often applied to control disease and ensure a longer shelf life the best looking mangoes get all cleaned and dried up before heading off to stores in sturdy crates for the mangoes with a few bumps and scratches they get turned into delicious juice or cut up into ready to eat pieces in this super cold room of 5° C work ERS can cut up to 100 mangoes an hour and did you know that they can even make vegan leather from mangoes in the [Music] Netherlands pineapples thrive in sandy lomy soil and the hot weather of Brazil gives the tart fruit an extra sweetness growing pineapples takes about 16 months and the hard work starts a year and a half before the Harvest on this 50000 Acre Farm a skilled worker can plant 6,000 seed crowns a day nearly a quarter of an acre 8 months later Farmers spray ethylene to trigger the plants to start making fruits and did you know a pineapple is actually a cluster of flowers when the pineapple changes from green to yellow and reaches the right amount of sugar content Farmers start to harvest the them they break off the stalk with a downward motion and throw it into the basket but you can imagine how heavy that is that's why some Farms now have a conveyor belt mounted truck making it easier for workers to harvest daily then the pineapples are moved to the shade so they don't dry out at the factory pineapples are cleaned and trimmed thoroughly they also get a light wax coat to last longer on the Shelf they can last up to 3 weeks if stored at 8° C and 90% humid room but some pineapples are further processed to make frozen fruits this way you can enjoy them all year round unless fruit goes to waste in Vietnam even pineapple Skins are used to make soap artichoke Fields can be harvested more than 10 times because they come in many different sizes that won't grow any bigger Peru is the world's top five artichoke producer with over 132,000 tons produced in 2019 it is also the first oke exporter in the world there are two main types of aroke the green Globes and the Peruvian purples which look fancy with their purple color the real secret to the oke success in Peru is the weather its consistent coolness around 18° C Fosters Healthy Growth and allows Peruvian Farmers to cultivate artichokes year round after roughly 6 months of meticulous care the arch chokes are ready to harvest Pickers simply use a sharp knife to remove the buds along with the stem about three fingers in length then toss it right in the bag each bag can carry up to 100b once it's full Pickers will bring it to the Harvester where it's sorted by size and placed in boxes these arach chokes are then either sold right away or kept in the inventory for [Music] later considered green gold the World produced nearly 9 million tons of avocados in 2022 and 1 million tons came from Peru one of the top avocado countries in the world the most famous type here is the Hass avocado with its thick skin and creamy taste an avocado tree takes at least 3 years to grow fruit but then it keeps giving for a long time up to 40 years and it happens all year round but they are super thirsty fruits 283 L of water are needed to grow just 1 kg of avocados they're hard until picked but if picked too immaturely they will turn rubbery or never even ripen so farmers will test some samples to determine the Harvest Time avocados can be snap picked or cut near the stem to reduce the risk of post Harvest rots this will help the avocado ripen evenly because the stem will block the oxygen from getting inside the old tree can reach over 12 M tall and a skilled picker can Harvest 453 kg in just 30 minutes picked avocados must not be dropped from over 30 cm or they'll get bruised when ripen then they are immediately put in a cool place to prevent sunburn and reject after a wash with fungicides for fungal control the top graded avocados are sold fresh While others are further processed into bestselling sources and dips like guacamole Brazil is the world's second largest papaya producer with more than 1.2 million tons produced in 2019 they only grow two main types here the big long fosa papaya and the smaller round golden papaya papaya trees take about 7 months to a year to mature and produce their first fruit after that they will give fruit all year round in this fascinating spiral pattern with the peak season in the summer and fall after 2 years the plant reaches its limit and farmers will replace it with new one papayas ripen when they start to turn yellow and they will come off easily with a gentle twist papaya latex contains papane that can stain the fruit and burn human skin so farmers will wash it right after harvest besides being sold fresh some riped papayas are turned into dried fruit or pulp for ice cream but green papayas are good too especially in salads [Music] as Dawn breaks across Asian fields from banana orchards in Thailand to Apple fields in Japan the Fruit Harvest appears like a vivid painting now let's visit fruit orchards to see how Asian farmers Harvest millions of tons of [Music] fruit after planting the apple orchard begins to bear fruit from the seventh or eighth year however it all depends on the selected variety fruit yield will increase gradually each year and then remain stable for 30 to 35 years a farm in Japan has an area of 114 14,200 Acres of apple trees total Apple production reached 94,6 tons bringing in revenue of about 1,316 million USD the Apple industry has become a pillar industry that helps increase people's income and promote the rapid development of the local economy first of all farmers will determine the optimal ripeness for picking correct ripeness is not only important for quality but also for successful preservation picking fruit early is often both inefficient and expensive when apples are immature they bruise easily and shrink during storage apple orchards in Asia are often harvested by hand farmers will climb ladders or use support tools to carefully pick each apple this is an extremely labor intensive method that predominates in the production of dessert apples it appears mainly in large fruit Orchard s accompanied by the participation of a significant number of seasonal workers on average an apple orchard needs about 10 to 12 harvesting workers to ensure the job is completed Farmers handle apples as gently as they would an egg they carefully placed all the apples in the picking box Do not drop the fruit or Josel it during Transportation this is the only way to prevent the fruit from being damaged before being distributed to the market the Harvest usually lasts until late October and fresh apples are usually available in early November once Harvest and sales are complete the production cycle begins again at the processing site apples are graded based on size color and quality apples are washed to remove dirt and pesticides then stored in cold St storage or humidity controlled environment to retain freshness [Music] longer inside the spiky shell is a passionate sweetness have you ever tasted the taste of jurian now let's explore how Farmers Harvest this unique fruit Juan season in Malaysia usually lasts from May to September peaking in July and August when Juans ripen their spines turn from yellow brown to dark brown with a characteristic strong smell however Juan harvested at this stage is not suitable for transportation or longterm storage when Juans mature a spot on their stem will swell allowing them to naturally fall off the tree that is also the reason why Juans can fall at any time to ensure that farmers can collect Fallen Juans immediately Farmers often tie strings to the Juans this is to help prevent the fruit from touching the ground and damaging the Juan's Thorns professional Juan Farms often tie strings to each Juan fruit when it is just matured when the jurian fruit ripens and falls from the tree branch the string immediately wraps tightly around the jurian fruit preventing the jurian fruit from falling to the ground and being damaged at this time farmers can carefully lower the fruit and harvest at the beginning and end of the harvest season jurian is usually harvested only once a day because the garden's productivity is relatively low during this period after being picked they have to go through a series of processes before reaching you Juans are quickly trans transported to the collection center for further classification despite its thick skin and rough appearance jurian is not suitable for rough Transportation because once jurian fruits rub against each other the Juan spines will break and become susceptible to pathogens besides conventional preservation fresh Juans can be quickly Frozen by exposing them to liquid nitrogen Frozen jeury and can be stored at- 18° C for 2 years while still retaining its original flavor color and [Music] texture dragon fruit is famous for its vibrant color exotic appearance and potential health benefits with its growing popularity in domestic and international markets dragon fruit cultivation offers economic opportunities for farmers and meets growing consumer demand depending on the variety and environmental conditions dragon fruit trees can begin to bear fruit 12 to 15 months after planting each year dragon fruit begins to flower in May to June the growth period of dragon fruit is quite short only 1 month after flowering farmers can enter the harvest season similar to other fruits dragon fruit farmers also pay great attention to harvest time because ripeness will affect the quality and risk of spoilage of the fruit farmers choose fruit that is not fully Ryme or has turned pink at the same time when pressed the fruit deflates slightly the skin has a bright color and the scales on the outside of the skin have begun to wither picking is also quite simple Farm just need to gently separate the fruit from the stem besides dragon fruit can be harvested with scissors or a knife the harvested fruit is immediately transferred to a place that can avoid sunlight before packaging or storage early morning or cool afternoon is the appropriate time to harvest to avoid hot direct sunlight which increases the temperature in the fruit if stored in optimal condition s usually at 10° C dragon fruit will retain its flavor for up to 17 days goodbye dragon fruit garden now let's go to Banana Garden in Thailand when the bananas mature Farmers Place pads between the banana bunches to protect them from bumps and bruises then the bananas are wrapped in cloth or plastic bags to repel insects bananas are ready to be harvested about 10 to 13 weeks after the plant flowers bananas are always harvested by hand with two person teams who work well together first a person will use a knife to cut the banana Bunch from the stem at this point the chamber is lowered onto the other person's shoulder pad most farms in the Delta can use a cable cast system to move Bunches of bananas to processing sights if the bananas are pulled too quickly along the cable it can damage the fruit a small sharp knife is used to cut the bunch of bananas out of the bunch then these bananas are placed in a water tank to remove the P finally bananas are grated according to size and quality bananas are packaged whole and partially in cardboard boxes with plastic lining each box is guaranteed to have a net weight of 13 kg when released to the market now we go to the pineapple fields in the Philippines to see how Farmers Harvest millions of pineapples this is the leading country with a production level of about 2.7 million tons of pineapples per year the country's pineapple growing area is estimated to be over 40,000 hectares under good sunny conditions it takes 18 to 32 months for a pineapple to mature prolonged cold and freezing temperatures will slow the ripening process and make the fruit more acidic even pineapple will be seriously damaged at a temperature of 28° pineapples are not ready to ripen until most of the fruit has turned orange yellow however size and color changes are not reliable indicators of ripeness because pineapple is a fruit that does not continue to ripen after harvest choosing the right time to harvest will affect the entire quality of pineapple products every year about 3,200 workers flock to Pineapple farms in Indonesia to harvest millions of pineapples will be picked by hand before harvesting workers need to carefully prepare protective gear and gloves because the sore tooth likee leaves can hurt them after harvesting pineapples will be sent to factories for packaging or processing into other products such as canned pineapples and dried pineapples the Philippines Indonesia and India are the top coconut producers accounting for around 72% of the world's total copra coconut trees can take over 6 years before they bear fruit but can produce up to 80 coconuts a year for the next 100 years traditional methods involve skilled climbers who will send the over 80 ft tall Palms Barefoot or using notches cut into the tree once at the top they use a machete to cut the Coconuts next coconuts are dried for 1 and a half months before being husked to remove the fibrous outer shell these are highly porous and can be processed into soil-like substances for horiculture use the next step is to puncture and crack open the Coconuts to get the water and meat this can be done by machine but skilled workers say they can do it faster with up to 880,000 coconuts cut in some weeks the water is often bottled and salt as a beverage the meat is sterilized and dried to make cpra then they are pressed to produce virgin coconut oil coconuts also undergo various processing steps to produce products such as desiccated coconut and coconut milk each each product requires specific handling and processing techniques to ensure quality and safety cucumbers thrive on fertile soil and consistent moisture China turkey and the US are some of the world's leading cucumber producers they are usually ready for Harvest about 50 to 70 days after planting harvesting cucumbers used to be labor intens as Millions had to be picked all by hand but most of the work is now replaced by mechanical Harvesters in larger operations nowadays these machines cut the vines and separate the Cucumbers from the plant harvesting about 25 tons per hour regular harvesting every few days is necessary to ensure the cucumbers are collected at the right size and maturity or they will become bitter the timing depends on the variety and intended use such as pickling or fresh consumption after harvesting cucumbers are immediately brought to the factory to prevent water loss then they are washed sorted into three sizes and packed for distribution proper cooling is essential to maintain freshness cucumbers destined for pickling are usually delivered to processing facilities where they are washed again sorted and soaked in brine or vinegar for fresh consumption cucumbers are often waxed to reduce moisture loss and enhance shelf life packaging is done in boxes or crates that allow for adequate ventilation to keep the Cucumbers cool and fresh during [Music] Transportation about 7 % of the world's cocoa beans come from four West African countries including Ghana and the Ivory Coast which account for half of it it takes 3 years for a Cocoa Tree to start bearing cocoa pods and farmers can Harvest them about 5 to 6 months after flowering workers carefully cut the r pods from the tree to avoid damaging the flower cushions which are essential for future yields each treat can give from 50 to 150 pods in 6 months harvesting typically occurs twice a year between May and July and then from October to March once harvested the pods are open to extract the beans the beans still coated in sweet pulp are then fermented for several days this critical process develops the chocolate flavor and reduces bitterness after fermentation the beans are dried in the Sun for a week or using artificial dryers proper drying is crucial to prevent mold growth the dried beans are then packed and shipped to Chocolate manufacturers most of them are sold to all the big chocolate companies in the West for processing and only 30% are processed domestically at the processing facilities the beans are clean roast Ed and cracked to remove the outer shell producing cocoa nibs these nibs are ground to create cocoa Mass which can be further processed into cocoa powder the quality of the final chocolate product depends significantly on the care taken during each step of post Harvest processing blue agavi is native to the Mexican state of ysco and is grown to make tequila the country's most famous drink export it thrives in volcanic soils and requires 7 to 10 years to reach maturity the painter or heart of the plant is harvested when the sugar content is at its peak Jimador skilled workers use a specialized tool called AOA to cut away the sharp leaves and extract the penut it is 25 to 30 kilos each and requires significant expertise the harvested painter are transported to distilleries where they are haved and cooked for 3 Days to convert the complex starch into fermentable sugars a volcanic Stone wheel then crushes the cooked panners to extract the juice it is then fermented with the fiber and distilled to produce tequila the fermentation process takes 3 days and is crucial for developing the unique flavors of tequila after distillation the tequila is aged in barrels which can significantly influence its taste and quality the final product is filtered and bottled for [Music] distribution wild blueberries are native to North America and thrive in acidic well- drained soils they are commonly found in regions like Maine Eastern Canada and deep in the Nordic forests while blueberries in the US are typically harvested from Late July to early September when they reach a deep blue color traditionally handheld rakes are used to gather the berries this method is still used to harvest Nordic wild blueberries because of their special location a skilled picker can Harvest 1 kg of blueberries in just 10 minutes and about 100 kilos a day mechanical Harvesters are increasingly used in large operations these machines gently shake the bushes to dislodge the berries which are then collected on conveyor belts while blueberries are highly perishable and require processing hours after harvest at the facility the berries are shaken to to remove leaves and then dest stemmed next they're cleaned sorted and often Frozen immediately to preserve their quality this way they can last for 10 to 15 years after picking the frozen berries are packed and stored for distribution or further processing into products such as juice fresh berries are usually packed in pints or quartz and shipped to markets where they must be sold quickly to ensure freshness compared to Main's blueberries Nordic blueberries are ahead in the health game with five times more antioxidants per 100 G and of course it's way more [Music] expensive the prickly pear cactus is native only to the US but it's been introduced and widely cultivated in Mexico Italy and South Africa Africa the world's top three producers of cactus pear products prickly pear fruits are typically harvested in late August to early April when they develop a bright red color and slightly soft texture harvesting prickly pear is challenging due to the spines on both the pants and the fruits workers use Toms or gloves to carefully pick the fruits and wear protected clothing to avoid injury after harvesting the fruits are washed and then desined the spine free fruits are washed again and prepared for Market or further processing the fruits are sorted by size and packaged each year Mexico produced about 510,000 tons of fresh prickly pear cactus prickly pear can be consumed fresh or processed into puree which they sell as a form of flavoring the pads of the cactus known as noals are also harvested and used in culinary dishes post Harvest handling involves cleaning and slicing the pads which are then packaged for [Music] sale next we go to The Vineyards grape Harvest usually begins 30 to 70 days after the fruit fruit set at this time the grapes change color from green to yellow or red purple however the optimal time to harvest depends on many different factors including the type of grape the designed flavor profile and the specific Market skilled workers carefully cut Bunches of grapes and arrange them into containers choosing the best Bunches of grapes and avoiding sunburn or plant rot is something only humans can do hand harvesting allows for more precise selection and controls grape content from oxidation caused by damaged skins at the packaging stage The Grapes will be selected again he is removing grapes that are small and uneven in color all stages are done quickly and accurately to ensure that the packaged grapes will be of equal size eye-catching dark purple color and fresh mechanical harvesting is often more coste effective and is well suited for large Vineyards located on flat land when using a harvester The Grapes may become cold more quickly than when picked by hand using Machinery is also beneficial for night harvesting the only downside is that when the Harvester shakes The Vines it it can damage the stems and Crush The Grapes however mechanical grape picking has brought the wine industry to a new level it is one of the main grape harvesting tools making wine delicious and well priced besides grapes from September to November is also the time when American farmers Harvest pumpkins pumpkins are harvested when the fruit has a solid orange color and a hard skin immature green pumpkins can ripen during Harvest harvest the fruit by cutting off the pumpkin's Vine leaving 3 to 6 in of stem this makes the pumpkin look more attractive and easier to sell at the same time there will be less attack by fruit rot pathogens normally it is not feasible to harvest pumpkins early and preserve them until they can be marketed therefore pumpkins must be stored in the field if the vines and produce are healthy farmers can successfully store them in the field for several weeks the Harvester gently passes through the pumpkin beds sweeping up all the pumpkins lying on the ground the conveyor belt brings just harvested pumpkins into containers next to the Harvest truck these two machines are doing work equivalent to the labor of about 20 workers it helps pumpkin Growers save costs and harvest [Music] time high up in Brazil's Northeast the sou Francisco Valley is a treasure Trove of delicious mangoes here Tommy Atkins is the most famous mango loved for its firm flesh and long shelf l in 2023 this region produced 284,000 tons of mangoes consistently supplying over 90% of the nation's exports annually mango can continue to ripen after picking but the catch is that the sugar stops growing once they're off the tree so if they're picked too early they won't be as sweet farmers will only pick mangoes with light yellow stems because that that's the ripening sign but they have to be careful with the mango latex because it can cause skin rash and skin Browning to the mango they can also climb up the trees to pick it and will keep about 2 to 3 cm of the stem attached then they're sprayed with a mango wash to neutralize the latex for at least 1 minute next they are gently placed into these baskets with clean Linings to protect them from small small Cuts once picked the mangoes take a trip to a special Factory for some post Harvest processing first workers trim the stems a little and let the latex drip off for about half an hour then they get sorted by size and quality hot water treatment is often applied to control disease and ensure a longer shelf life the best looking mangoes get all cleaned and dried up before heading off to stores in sturdy crates for the mangoes with a few bumps and scratches they get turned into delicious juice or cut up into ready to eat pieces in this super cold room of 5° C workers can cut up to 100 mangoes an hour and did you know that they can even make vegan leather from mangos in the Netherlands [Music] pineapples thrive in Sandy Lamy soil and the hot weather of Brazil gives the tart fruit an extra sweetness growing pineapples takes about 16 months and the hard work starts a year and a half before the Harvest on this 50000 Acre Farm a skilled worker can plant 6,000 seed crowns a day nearly A4 of an acre 8 months later Farmers spray ethylene to to trigger the plants to start making fruits and did you know a pineapple is actually a cluster of flowers when the pineapple changes from green to yellow and reaches the right amount of sugar content Farmers start to harvest them they break off the stalk with a downward motion and throw it into the basket but you can imagine how heavy that is that's why some Farms now have a conveyor belt mounted truck making it easier for workers to harvest daily then the pineapples are moved to the shade so they don't dry out at the factory pineapples are cleaned and trimmed thoroughly they also get a light wax coat to last longer on the Shelf they can last up to 3 weeks if stored at 8° C and 90% humid room but some pineapples are further processed to to make frozen fruits this way you can enjoy them all year round and less fruit goes to waste in Vietnam even pineapple Skins are used to make [Music] soap artichoke Fields can be harvested more than 10 times because they come in many different sizes that won't grow any bigger Peru is the world's top five archo producer with over 132,000 tons produced in 2019 it is also the first aroke exporter in the world there are two main types of aroke the green Globes and the Peruvian purples which look fancy with their purple color the real secret to the oke success in Peru is the weather its consistent coolness around 18° C Fosters Healthy Growth and allows Peruvian Farmers to cultivate artichokes year round after roughly 6 months of meticulous care the artichokes are ready to harvest Pickers simply use a sharp knife to remove the buds along with the stem about three fingers in length then toss it right in the bag each bag can carry up to 100 lb once it's full Pickers will bring it to the Harvester where it's sorted by size and placed in boxes these artichokes are then either sold right away or kept in the inventory for [Music] later considered green gold the World produced nearly 9 million tons of avocados in 2022 and 1 million tons came from Peru one of the top avocado countries in the world the most famous type here is the h avocado with its thick skin and creamy taste an avocado treat takes at least 3 years to grow fruit but then it keeps giving for a long time up to 40 years and it happens all year round but they are super thirsty fruits 283 L of water are needed to grow just 1 kgam of avocados they're hard until picked but if picked too immaturely they will turn rubbery or never even ripen so farmers will test some samples to determine the Harvest Time avocados can be snap picked or cut near the stem to reduce the risk of post Harvest rots this will help the avocado ripen evenly because the stem will block the oxygen from getting inside the old tree can reach over 12 M tall and a skilled picker can Harvest 453 kg in just 30 minutes picked avocados must not be dropped from over 30 cm or they'll get bruised when ripen then they are immediately put in a cool place to prevent sunburn and rejected after a wash with fungicides for fungal control the top grad avocados are sold fresh While others are further processed into bestselling sources and dips like guaca Brazil is the world's second largest papaya producer with more than 1.2 million tons produced in 2019 they only grow two main types here the big long fosa papaya and the smaller round golden papaya papaya trees take about 7 months to a year to mature and produce their first fruit after that they will give fruit all year round in this fascinating spiral pattern with the peak season in the summer and fall after 2 years the plant reaches its limit and farmers will replace it with new ones papayas ripen when they start to turn yellow and they will come off easily with a gentle twist papaya latex contains papane that can stain the fruit and burn human skin so farmers will wash it right after harvest besides being sold fresh some ripe papayas are turned into dried fruit or pulp for ice cream but green papayas are good too especially in [Music] salads as Dawn breaks across Asian fields from banana orchards in Thailand to Apple fields in Japan the Fruit Harvest appears like a vivid painting now let's visit fruit orchards to see how Asian farmers Harvest millions of tons of [Music] fruit after planting the apple orchard begins to bear fruit from the seventh or eighth year however it all depends on the selected variety fruit yield will increase gradually each year and then remain able for 30 to 35 years a farm in Japan has an area of 114 14,200 Acres of apple trees total Apple production reached 94,6 tons bringing in revenue of about 1,316 million USD the Apple industry has become a pillar industry that helps increase people's income and promote the rapid development of of the local economy first of all farmers will determine the optimal ripeness for picking correct ripeness is not only important for quality but also for successful preservation picking fruit early is often both inefficient and expensive when apples are immature they bruise easily and shrink during storage apple orchards in Asia are often harvested by hand farmers will climb ladders or use support tools to carefully pick each apple this is an extremely labor intensive method that predominates in the production of dessert apples it appears mainly in large fruit orchards accompanied by the participation of a significant number of seasonal workers on average an apple orchard needs about 10 to 12 harvesting workers to ensure the job is completed Farmers handle apples as gently as they would an egg they carefully placed all the apples in the picking box Do not drop the fruit or jostle it during Transportation this is the only way to prevent the fruit from being damaged before being distributed to the market the Harvest usually lasts until late October and fresh apples are usually available in early November once Harvest and S are complete the production cycle begins again at the processing site apples are graded based on size color and quality apples are washed to remove dirt and pesticides then stored in cold storage or humidity controlled environment to retain freshness [Music] longer inside the spiky shell is a passionate it sweetness have you ever tasted the taste of jurian now let's explore how Farmers Harvest this unique fruit Juan season in Malaysia usually lasts from May to September peaking in July in August when Juans ripen their spines turn from yellow brown to dark brown with a characteristic strong smell however Juan harvested at this stage is not suitable for transportation or long-term storage when Juans mature a spot on their stem will swell allowing them to naturally fall off the tree that is also the reason why Juans can fall at any time to ensure that farmers can collect Fallen Juans immediately Farmers often tie strings to the jurian this is to help prevent the fruit from touching the ground and damaging the jurian Thorns professional jurian Farms often tie strings to each jurian fruit when it is just matured when the Juan fruit ripens and falls from the tree branch the string immediately wraps tightly around the jurian fruit preventing the jurri and fruit from falling to the ground and being damaged at this time farmers can carefully lower the fruit and harvest at the beginning and end of the harvest season jurian is usually harvested only once a day because the garden's productivity is relatively low during this period after being picked they have to go through a series of processes before reaching you Juans are quickly transported to the collection center for further classification despite its thick skin and rough appearance jurian is not suitable for rough Transportation because once Juan fruits run against each other the jurian spines will break and become susceptible to pathogens besides conventional preservation fresh durians can be quickly Frozen by exposing them to liquid nitrogen Frozen Juan can be stored at -8° C for 2 years while still retaining its original flavor color and texture dragon fruit is famous for its vibrant color exotic appearance and potential health benefits with its growing popularity in domestic and international markets dragon fruit cultivation offers economic opportunities for farmers and meets growing consumer demand depending on the variety and environmental conditions dragon fruit trees can begin to bear fruit 12 to 15 months after planting each year dragon fruit begins to flower in May to June the growth period of dragon fruit is quite short only 1 month after flowering farmers can enter the harvest season similar to other fruits dragon fruit farmers also pay great attention to harvest time because ripeness will affect the quality and risk of spoilage of the fruit farmers choose fruit that is not fully ripe or has turned pink at the same time when pressed the fruit deflates slightly the skin has a bright color and the scales on the outside of the skin have begun to wither picking is also quite simple Farmers just need to gently separate the fruit from the stem besides dragon fruit can be harvested with scissors or a knife the harvested fruit is immediately transferred to a place that can avoid sunlight before packaging or storage early morning or cool afternoon is the appropriate time to harvest to avoid hot direct sunlight which increases the temperature in the fruit if stored in optimal conditions usually at 10° C dragon fruit will retain its flavor for up to 17 days goodbye dragon fruit garden now let's let's go to Banana Garden in Thailand when the Banana's mature Farmers Place pads between the banana bunches to protect them from bumps and bruises then the bananas are wrapped in cloth or plastic bags to repel insects bananas are ready to be harvested about 10 to 13 weeks after the plant flowers bananas are always harvested by hand with two person teams who work well together first a person will use a knife to cut the banana Bunch from the stem at this point the chamber is lowered onto the other person's shoulder pad most farms in the Delta can use a cable cast system to move Bunches of bananas to processing sights if the bananas are pulled too quickly along the cable it can damage the fruit a small sharp knife is used to cut the bunch of bananas out of the bunch then these bananas are placed in a water tank to remove the P finally bananas are graded according to size and quality bananas are packaged whole and partially in cardboard boxes with plastic lining each box is guaranteed to have a net weight of 13 kg when released to the market now we go to the pineapple fields in the Philippines to see how Farmers Harvest millions of pineapples this is the leading country with a production level of about 2.7 million tons of pineapples per year the country's pineapple growing area is estimated to be over 40,000 hectares under good sunny conditions it takes 18 to 32 months for a pineapple to mature PR on cold and freezing temperatures will slow the ripening process and make the fruit more acidic even pineapple will be seriously damaged at a temperature of 28° pineapples are not ready to ripen until most of the fruit has turned orange yellow however size and color changes are not reliable indicators of ripeness because pineapple is a fruit that does not continue to ripen after Harvest choosing the right time to harvest will affect the entire quality of pineapple products every year about 3,200 workers flock to Pineapple farms in Indonesia to harvest millions of pineapples will be picked by hand before harvesting workers need to carefully prepare protective gear and gloves because the sore tooth likee leaves can hurt them after after harvesting pineapples will be sent to factories for packaging or processing into other products such as canned pineapples and dried pineapples the Philippines Indonesia and India are the top coconut producers accounting for around 72% of the world's total cpra coconut trees can take over 6 years before they bear fruit but can produce up to 80 coconuts a year for the next 100 years traditional methods involve skilled climbers who are send the over 80 ft tall Palms Barefoot or using notches cut into the tree Once at the top they use a machete to cut the Coconuts next coconuts are dried for 1 and 1/2 months before being husk to remove the fibrous outer shell these are highly porous and can be processed into soil-like substances for horiculture use the next step is to puncture and crack open the Coconuts to get the water and meat this can be done by machine but skilled workers say they can do it faster with up to 880,000 coconuts cut in some weeks the water is often bottled and salt as a beverage the meat is sterilized and dried to make cpra then they are pressed to produce virgin coconut oil coconuts also undergo various processing steps to produce products such as desiccated coconut and coconut milk each product requires specific handling and processing techniques to ensure quality and safety cucumbers thrive on fertile soil and consistent moisture China turkey and the US are some of the world's leading cucumber producers they are usually ready for Harvest about 50 to 70 days after planting harvesting cucumbers used to be labor intensive as Millions had to be picked all by hand but most of the work is now replaced by mechanical Harvesters in larger operations nowadays these machines cut the vines and separate the Cucumbers from the plant harvesting about 25 tons per hour regular harvesting every few days is necessary to ensure the cucumbers are collected at the right size and maturity or they will become bitter the timing depends on the variety and intended use such as pickling or fresh consumption after harvesting cucumbers are immediately brought to the factory to prevent water loss then they are was washed sorted into three sizes and packed for distribution proper cooling is essential to maintain freshness cucumbers destined for pickling are usually delivered to processing facilities where they are washed again sorted and soaked in brine or vinegar for fresh consumption cucumbers are often waxed to reduce moisture loss and enhance shelf life packaging is done in boxes or crates that allow for adequate ventilation to keep the Cucumbers cool and fresh during [Music] Transportation about 70% of the world's cocoa beans come from four West African countries including Ghana and the Ivory Coast which account for half of it it takes 3 years for a Cocoa Tree to start bearing cocoa pods and farmers can Harvest them about 5 to 6 months after flowering workers carefully cut the right pods from the tree to avoid damaging the flower cushions which are essential for future yields each treat can give from 50 to 150 pods in 6 months harvesting typically occurs twice a year between May and July and then from October to March once harvested the pods are open to extract the beans the beans still coated in sweet pulp are then fermented for several days this critical process develops the chocolate flavor and reduces bitterness after fermentation the beans are dried in the Sun for a week or using artificial dryers proper drying is crucial to prevent mold growth the dried beans are then packed and shipped to Chocolate manufacture curers most of them are sold to all the big chocolate companies in the West for processing and only 30% are processed domestically at the processing facilities the beans are cleaned roasted and cracked to remove the outer shell producing cocoa nibs these nibs are ground to create cocoa Mass which can be further processed into cocoa powder the quality of the final chocolate product depends significantly on the care taken during each step of post Harvest processing blue agavi is native to the Mexican state of ysco and has grown to make tequila the country's most famous drink export it thrives in volcanic soils and requires 7 to 10 years to reach maturity the paina or heart of the plant is harvested when the sugar Su content is at its peak Jimador skilled workers use a specialized tool called AOA to cut away the sharp leaves and extract the peanut it is 25 to 30 kilos each and requires significant expertise the harvested peners are transported to distilleries where they are haved and cooked for 3 Days to convert the complex starch into fermentable sugars a volcanic Stone wheel then crushes the cooked pannas to extract the juice it is then fermented with the fiber and distilled to produce tequila the fermentation process takes 3 days and is crucial for developing the unique flavors of tequila after distillation the tequila is aged in barrels which can significantly influence its taste and quality the final product is filtered and bottled for [Music] distribution wild blueberries are native to North America and thrive in acidic well- drained soils they are commonly found in regions like Maine Eastern Canada and deep in the Nordic forests while blueberries in the US are typically harvested from Late July to early September when they reach a deep blue color traditionally handheld rakes are used to gather the berries this method is still used to harvest Nordic wild blueberries because of their special location a skilled picker can Harvest 1 kg of blueberries in just 10 minutes and about 100 kilos a day mechanical Harvesters are increasingly used in large operations these machines gently shake the bushes to disl Dodge the berries which are then collected on conveyor belts while blueberries are highly perishable and require processing hours after harvest at the facility the berries are shaken to remove leaves and then dest stemmed next they're cleaned sorted and often Frozen immediately to preserve their quality this way they can last for 10 to 15 years after picking the frozen berries are packed and stored for distribution or further processing into products such as juice fresh berries are usually packed in pints or quartz and shipped to markets where they must be sold quickly to ensure freshness compared to Main's blueberries Nordic blueberries are ahead in the health game with five times more antioxidants per 100 G and of course it's way more [Music] expensive the prickly pear cactus is native only to the US but it's been introduced and wiely cultivated in Mexico Italy and South Africa the world's top three producers of cactus pear products prickly pear fruits are typically harvested in late August to early April when they develop a bright red color and slightly soft texture harvesting prickly pear is challenging due to the spines on both the pants and the fruits workers use tongs or gloves to carefully pick the fruits and wear protected clothing to avoid injury after harvesting the fruits are washed and then desined the spine free fruits are washed again and prepared for Market or further processing the fruits are sorted by size and package packaged each year Mexico produced about 510,000 tons of fresh prickly pear cactus prickly pear can be consumed fresh or processed into puree which they sell as a form of flavoring the pads of the cactus known as noals are also harvested and used in culinary dishes post Harvest handling involves cleaning and slicing the pads which are then packaged for [Music] sale next we go to The Vineyards grape Harvest usually begins 30 to 70 days after the fruit set at this time the grapes change color from green to yellow or red purple however the optimal time to harvest depends on many different factors including the type of grape the Des flavor profile and the specific Market skilled workers carefully cut Bunches of grapes and arrange them into containers choosing the best Bunches of grapes and avoiding sunburn or plant rot is something only humans can do hand harvesting allows for more precise selection and controls grape content from oxidation caused by damaged skins at the packaging stage The Grapes will be selected again he is removing grapes that are small and uneven in color all stages are done quickly and accurately to ensure that the packaged grapes will be of equal size ey catching dark purple color and fresh mechanical harvesting is often more coste effective and is well suited for large Vineyards located on flat land when using a har Harvester The Grapes may become cold more quickly than when picked by hand using Machinery is also beneficial for night harvesting the only downside is that when the Harvester shakes The Vines it can damage the stems and Crush The Grapes however mechanical grape picking has brought the wine industry to a new level it is one of the main grape harvesting tools making wine delicious and well priced besides grapes from September to November is also the time when American farmers Harvest pumpkins pumpkins are harvested when the fruit has a solid orange color and a hard skin immature green pumpkins can ripen during Harvest harvest the fruit by cutting off the pumpkins Vine leaving 3 to 6 in of stem this makes the pumpkin look more attractive and easier to sell at the same time there will be less attack by fruit rot pathogens normally it is not feasible to harvest pumpkins early and preserve them until they can be marketed therefore pumpkins must be stored in the field if the vines and produce are healthy farmers can successfully store them in the field for several weeks the Harvester gently passes through the pumpkin beds sweeping up all the pumpkins lying on the ground the conveyor belt brings just harvested pumpkins into containers next to the Harvest truck these two machines are doing work equivalent to the labor of about 20 workers it helps pumpkin Growers save costs and Harvest Time [Music] high up in Brazil's Northeast the sou Francisco Valley is a treasure Trove of delicious mangoes here Tommy Atkins is the most famous mango loved for its firm flesh and long shelf life in 20123 this region produced 284,000 tons of mangoes consistently supplying over 90% of the nation's exports annually mango can continue to ripen after picking but the catch is that the sugar stops growing once they're off the tree so if they're picked too early they won't be as sweet farmers will only pick mangoes with light yellow stems because that's the ripening sign but they have to be careful with the mango latex because it can cause skin rash and skin Browning to the mango they can also climb up the trees to pick it and will keep about 2 to 3 cm of the stem attached then they're sprayed with a mango wash to neutralize the latex for at least 1 minute next they are gently placed into these baskets with clean Linings to protect them from small Cuts once picked the mangoes take a trip to a special Factory for some post Harvest processing first workers trim the stems a little and let the latex drip off for about half an hour then they get sorted by size and quality hot water treatment is often applied to control disease and ensure a longer shelf life the best looking mangoes get all cleaned and dried up before heading off to stores in sturdy crates for the mangoes with a few bumps and scratches they get turned into delicious juice or cut up into ready to eat pieces in this super cold room of 5° cus workers can cut up to 100 mangoes an hour and did you know that they can even make vegan leather from mangoes in the [Music] Netherlands pineapples thrive in sandy lomy soil and the hot weather of Brazil gives the tart fruit an extra sweetness growing pineapples takes about 16 months and the hard work starts a year and a half before the Harvest on this 50000 Acre Farm a skilled worker can plant 6,000 seed crowns a day nearly A4 of an acre 8 months later Farmers spray ethylene to trigger the plants to start making fruits and did you know a pineapple is actually a cluster of flowers when the pineapple changes from green to yellow and reaches the right amount of sugar content farmers start to harvest them they break off the stalk with a downward motion and throw it into the basket but you can imagine how heavy that is that's why some Farms now have a conveyor belt mounted truck making it easier for workers to harvest daily then the pineapples are moved to the shade so they don't dry out at the factory pineapples are cleaned and trimmed thoroughly they also get a light wax coat to last longer on the Shelf they can last up to 3 weeks if stored at 8° cus and 90% humid room but some pineapples are further processed to make frozen fruits this way you can enjoy them all year round unless fruit goes to waste in Vietnam even pineapple Skins are used to make soap artichoke Fields can be harvested more than 10 times because they come in many different sizes that won't grow any bigger Peru is the world's top five artichoke producer with over 132,000 tons produced in 2019 it is also the first oke exporter in the world there are two main types of aroke the green globe and the Peruvian purples which look fancy with their purple color the real secret to the oke success in Peru is the weather its consistent coolness around 18° C Fosters Healthy Growth and allows Peruvian Farmers to cultivate artichokes year round after roughly 6 months of meticulous care the artichokes are ready to harvest Pickers simply use a sharp knife to remove the buds along with the stem about three fingers in length then toss it right in the bag each bag can carry up to 100 lb once it's full Pickers will bring it to the Harvester where it's sorted by size and placed in boxes these artichokes are then either sold right away or kept in the inventory for [Music] later considered green gold the world produced nearly 9 million tons of avocados in 2022 and 1 million tons came from Peru one of the top avocado countries in the world the most famous type here is the Hass avocado with its thick skin and creamy taste an avocado treat takes at least 3 years to grow fruit but then it keeps giving for a long time up to 40 years and it happens all year round but they are super thirsty fruits 283 L of water are needed to grow just one kilog of avocados they're hard until picked but if picked too immaturely they will turn rubbery or never even ripen so farmers will test some samples to determine the Harvest Time avocados can be snap picked or cut near the stem to reduce the risk of post Harvest rots this will help the avocado ripen evenly because the stem will block the oxygen from getting inside the old tree can reach over 12 M tall and a skilled picker can Harvest 453 kg in just 30 minutes picked avocados must not be dropped from over 30 cm or they'll get bruised when ripen then they are immediately put in a cool place to prevent Sun burn and rejected after a wash with fungicides for fungal control the top graded avocados are sold fresh While others are further processed into bestselling sources and dips like guacamole Brazil is the world's second largest papaya producer with more than 1.2 million tons produced in 2019 they only grow two main types here the big long fosa papaya and the smaller round golden papaya papaya trees take about 7 months to a year to mature and produce their first fruit after that they will give fruit all year round in this fascinating spiral pattern with the peak season in the summer and fall after 2 years the plant reaches its limit and farmers will replace it with new ones papayas ripen when they start to turn yellow and they will come off easily with a gentle twist papaya latex contains papane that can stain the fruit and burn human skin so farmers will wash it right after harvest besides being sold fresh some ripe papayas are turned into dried fruit or pulp for ice cream but green papayas are good too espe especially in [Music] salads as Dawn breaks across Asian fields from banana orchards in Thailand to Apple fields in Japan the Fruit Harvest appears like a vivid painting now let's visit fruit orchards to see how Asian farmers Harvest millions of tons of fruit after planting the apple orchard begins to bear fruit from the seventh or eighth year however it all depends on the selected variety fruit yield will increase gradually each year and then remain stable for 30 to 35 years a farm in Japan has an area of 114 14,200 Acres of apple trees total Apple production reached 94,6 tons bringing in revenue of about 1,316 million USD the Apple industry has become a pillar industry that helps increase people's income and promote the rapid development of the local economy first of all farmers will determine the optimal ripeness for picking correct ripeness is not only important for quality but also for successful preservation picking fruit early is often both inefficient and expensive when apples are immature they bruise easily and shrink during storage apple orchards in Asia are often harvested by hand farmers will climb ladders or use support tools to carefully pick each apple this is an extremely labor intensive method that predominates in the production of dessert apples it appears mainly in large fruit orchards accompanied by the participation of a significant number of seasonal workers on average an apple orchard needs about 10 to 12 harvesting workers to ensure the job is completed Farmers handle apples as gently as they would an egg they carefully placed all the apples in the picking box Do not drop the fruit or jostle it during Transportation this is the only way to prevent the fr fruit from being damaged before being distributed to the market the Harvest usually lasts until late October and fresh apples are usually available in early November once Harvest and sales are complete the production cycle begins again at the processing site apples are graded based on size color and quality apples are washed to remove dirt and pesticides then stored in cold storage or humidity controlled environment to retain freshness [Music] longer inside the spiky shell is a passionate sweetness have you ever tasted the taste of Juan now let's explore how Farmers Harvest this unique fruit Juan season in Malaysia usually lasts from May to September peeking in July and August when Juans ripen their spines turn from yellow brown to dark brown with a characteristic strong smell however jurian harvested at this stage is not suitable for transportation or long-term storage when Juans mature a spot on their stem will swell allowing them to naturally fall off the tree that is also the reason why Juans can fall at any time to ensure that farmers can collect Fallen Juans immediately Farmers often tie strings to the jurian this is to help prevent the fruit from touching the ground and damaging the jurian Thorns professional jurian Farms often tie strings to each jurian fruit when it is just matured when the Juran fruit ripens and falls from the tree branch the string immediately wraps tightly around the the Juan fruit preventing the jurian fruit from falling to the ground and being damaged at this time farmers can carefully lower the fruit and harvest at the beginning and end of the harvest season Juan is usually harvested only once a day because the garden's productivity is relatively low during this period after being picked they have to go through a series of processes before reaching you during are quickly transported to the collection center for further classification despite its thick skin and rough appearance jurian is not suitable for rough Transportation because once jurian fruits rub against each other the jurian spines will break and become susceptible to pathogens besides conventional preservation fresh Juans can be quickly Frozen by exposing them to liquid nitrogen Frozen jurian can be stored at- 18° C for 2 years while still retaining its original flavor color and [Music] texture dragon fruit is famous for its vibrant color exotic appearance and potential health benefits with its growing popularity in domestic and international markets dragon fruit cultivation offers economic opportunities for farmers and meets growing consumer demand depending on the variety and environmental conditions dragon fruit trees can begin to bear fruit 12 to 15 months after planting each year dragon fruit begins to flower in May to June the growth period of dragon fruit is quite short only 1 month after flowering farmers can enter the harvest season similar to other fruits dragon fruit farmers also pay great attention to harvest time because ripeness will affect the quality and risk of spoilage of the fruit farmers choose fruit that is not fully Rhyme or has turn pink at the same time when pressed the fruit deflates slightly the skin has a bright color and the scales on the outside of the skin have begun to wither picking is also quite simple Farmers just need to gently separate the fruit from the stem besides dragon fruit can be harvested with scissors or a knife the harvested fruit is immediately transferred to a place that can avoid sunlight before packaging or storage early morning or cool afternoon is the appropriate time to harvest to avoid hot direct sunlight which increases the temperature in the fruit if sto St in optimal conditions usually at 10° C dragon fruit will retain its flavor for up to 17 days goodbye dragon fruit garden now let's go to Banana Garden in Thailand when the banan's mature Farmers Place pads between the banana bunches to protect them from bumps and bruises then the bananas are wrapped in cloth or plastic bags to repel insects bananas are ready to be harvested about 10 to 13 weeks after the plant flowers bananas are always harvested by hand with two person teams who work well together first a person will use a knife to cut the banana Bunch from the stem at this point the chamber is lowered onto the other person's shoulder pad most farms in the Delta can use a cable cast system to move Bunches of bananas to processing SES if the bananas are pulled too quickly along the cable it can damage the fruit a small sharp knife is used to cut the bunch of bananas out of the bunch then these bananas are placed in a water tank to remove the purse finally bananas are grad according to size and quality bananas are packaged whole and partially in cardboard boxes with plastic lining each box is guaranteed to have a net weight of 13 kg when release to the market now we go to the pineapple fields in the Philippines to see how Farmers Harvest millions of pineapples this is the leading country with a production level of about 2.7 million tons of pineapples per year the country's pineapple growing area is estimated to be over 40,000 hectares under good sunny conditions it takes 18 to 32 months for a pineapple to mature prolonged cold and freezing temperatures will slow the ripening process and make the fruit more acidic even pineapple will be seriously damaged at a temperature of 28° pineapples are not ready to ripen until most of the fruit has turned orange yellow however size and color changes are not reliable indicators of ripeness because pineapple is a fruit that does not continue to ripen after harvest choosing the right time to harvest will affect the entire quality of pineapple products every year about 3,200 workers flock to Pineapple farms in Indonesia to harvest millions of pineapples will be picked by hand before harvesting workers need to carefully prepare protective gear and gloves because the sore tooth likee leaves can hurt them after harvesting pineapples will be sent to factories for packaging or processing into other products such as canned pineapples and dried pineapples [Music] the Philippines Indonesia and India are the top coconut producers accounting for around 72% of the world's total cpra coconut trees can take over 6 years before they bear fruit but can produce up to 80 coconuts a year for the next 100 years traditional methods involve skilled climbers who Ascend the over 80 ft tall Palms Barefoot or using notches cut into the tree Once at the top they use a machete to cut the Coconuts next coconuts are dried for 1 and 1/2 months before being husked to remove the fibrous outer shell these are highly porous and can be processed into soil-like substances for horiculture use the next step is to puncture and crack open the Coconuts to get the water and meat this can be done by machine but skilled workers say they can do it faster with up to 80,000 coconuts cut in some weeks the water is often bottled and salt as a beverage the meat is sterilized and dried to make cpra then they are pressed to produce virgin coconut oil coconuts also undergo various processing steps to produce products such as desiccated coconut and Co coconut milk each product requires specific handling and processing techniques to ensure quality and safety cucumbers thrive on fertile soil and consistent moisture China turkey and the US are some of the world's leading cucumber producers they are usually ready for Harvest about 50 to 70 days after planting harvesting cucumber numers used to be labor intensive as Millions had to be picked all by hand but most of the work is now replaced by mechanical Harvesters in larger operations nowadays these machines cut the vines and separate the Cucumbers from the plant harvesting about 25 tons per hour regular harvesting every few days is necessary to ensure the cucumbers are collected at the right size and maturity or they will become bitter the timing depends on the variety and intended use such as pickling or fresh consumption after harvesting cucumbers are immediately brought to the factory to prevent water loss then they are washed sorted into three sizes and packed for distribution proper cooling is essential to maintain freshness cucumbers destined for pickling are usually delivered to processing facilities where they are washed again sorted and soaked in brine or vinegar for fresh consumption cucumbers are often waxed to reduce moisture loss and enhance shelf life packaging is done in boxes or crates that allow for adequate ventilation to keep the Cucumbers cool and fresh during transportation [Music] about 70% of the world's cocoa beans come from four West African countries including Ghana and the Ivory Coast which account for half of it it takes 3 years for a Cocoa Tree to start bearing cocoa pods and farmers can Harvest them about 5 to 6 months after flowering workers carefully cut the right pods from the tree to avoid damaging the flower cushions which are essential for future yields each treat can give from 50 to 150 pods in 6 months harvesting typically occurs twice a year between May and July and then from October to March once harvested the pods are open to extract the beans the beans still coated in sweet pulp are then fermented for several days this critical process develops the chocolate flavor and reduces bitterness after fermentation the beans are dried in the Sun for a week or using artificial dryers proper drying is crucial to prevent mold growth the dried beans are then packed and shipped to Chocolate manufacturers most of them are sold to all the big chocolate companies in the West for processing and only 30% are processed domestically at the processing facility the beans are cleaned roasted and cracked to remove the outer shell producing cocoa nibs these nibs are ground to create cocoa Mass which can be further processed into cocoa powder the quality of the final chocolate product depends significantly on the care taken during each step of post Harvest processing blue agavi is native to the Mexican state of ysco and has grown to make tequila the country's most famous drink export it thrives in volcanic soils and requires 7 to 10 years to reach maturity the paina or heart of the plant is harvested when the sugar content is at its peak jimadores skilled workers use a specialized tool called AOA to cut away the sharp leaves and extract the penina it is 25 to 30 kilos each and requires significant expertise the harvested penas are transported to distilleries where they are haved and cooked for 3 Days to convert the complex starch into fermentable sugars a volcanic Stone wheel then crushes the cooked panas to extract the juice it is then fermented with the fiber and distilled to produce tequila the ferment ation process takes 3 days and is crucial for developing the unique flavors of tequila after distillation the tequila is aged in barrels which can significantly influence its taste and quality the final product is filtered and bottled for [Music] distribution wild blueberries are native to North America and thrive in a acidic well- drained soils they are commonly found in regions like Maine Eastern Canada and deep in the Nordic forests wild blueberries in the US are typically harvested from Late July to early September when they reach a deep blue color traditionally handheld rakes are used to gather the berries this method is still used to harvest Nordic wild blueberries because of their special location a skilled picker can Harvest 1 kg of blueberries in just 10 minutes and about 100 kilos a day mechanical Harvesters are increasingly used in large operations these machines gently shake the bushes to dislodge the berries which are then collected on conveyor belts while blueberries are highly perishable and require processing hours after harvest at the facility the berries are shaken to remove leaves and then dest stemmed next they're cleaned sorted and often Frozen immediately to preserve their quality this way they can last for 10 to 15 years after picking the frozen berries are packed and stored for distribution or further processing into products such as juice fresh berries are usually packed in pintes or quarts and shipped to to markets where they must be sold quickly to ensure freshness compared to Main's blueberries Nordic blueberries are ahead in the health game with five times more antioxidants per 100 G and of course it's way more [Music] expensive the prickly pear cactus is native only to the US but it's been introduced and wiely cultivated in Mexico meico Italy and South Africa the world's top three producers of cactus pear products prickly pear fruits are typically harvested in late August to early April when they develop a bright red color and slightly soft texture harvesting prickly pear is challenging due to the spines on both the pants and the fruits workers use tongs or gloves to carefully pick the fruits and wear protect clothing to avoid injury after harvesting the fruits are washed and then desined the spine free fruits are washed again and prepared for Market or further processing the fruits are sorted by size and packaged each year Mexico produced about 510,000 tons of fresh prickly pear cactus prickly pear can be consumed fresh or processed into puree which they sell as a form of flavoring the pads of the cactus known as noals are also harvested and used in culinary dishes post Harvest handling involves cleaning and slicing the pads which are then packaged for [Music] sale next we go to The Vineyards grape Harvest usually begins 30 to 70 days after the fruit set at this time the grapes change color from green to yellow or red purple however the optimal time to harvest depends on many different factors including the type of grape the designed flavor profile and the specific Market skilled workers carefully cut Bunches of grapes and arrange them into containers choosing the best Bunches of grapes and avoiding sunburn or plant rot is something only humans can do hand harvesting allows for more precise selection and controls grape content from oxidation caused by damaged skins at the packaging stage The Grapes will be selected again he is removing grapes that are small and uneven in color all stages are done quickly and accurately to ensure that the the packaged grapes will be of equal size eye-catching dark purple color and fresh mechanical harvesting is often more coste effective and is well suited for large Vineyards located on flat land when using a harvester The Grapes may become cold more quickly than when picked by hand using Machinery is also beneficial for night harvesting the only downside is that when the Harvester shakes The Vines it can damage the stems and Crush The Grapes however mechanical grape picking has brought the wine industry to a new level it is one of the main grape harvesting tools making wine delicious and well priced besides grapes from September to November is also the time when American farmers Harvest pumpkins pumpkins are harvested when the fruit has a solid orange color and a hard skin immature green pumpkins can ripen during Harvest harvest the fruit by cutting off the pumpkins Vine leaving 3 to 6 in of stem this makes the pumpkin look more attractive and easier to sell at the same time there will be less attacked by fruit rot pathogens normally it is not feasible to harvest pumpkins early and preserve them until they can be marketed therefore pumpkins must be stored in the field if the vines and produce are healthy farmers can successfully store them in the field for several weeks the Harvester gently passes through the pumpkin beds sweeping up all the pumpkins lying on the ground the conveyor belt brings just harvested pumpkins into containers next to the Harvest truck these two machines are doing work equivalent to the labor of about 20 workers it helps pumpkin Growers save costs and harvest [Music] time high up in Brazil's Northeast the sou Francisco Valley is a treasure Trove of delicious mangoes here Tommy Atkins is the most famous mango loved for its firm flesh and long shelf life in 2023 this region produced 284,000 tons of mangoes consistently supplying over 90% of the nation's exports annually mango can continue to ripen after picking but the catch is that the sugar stops growing once they're off the tree so if they're picked too early they won't be as sweet farmers will only pick mangoes with with light yellow stems because that's the ripening sign but they have to be careful with the mango latex because it can cause skin rash and skin Browning to the mango they can also climb up the trees to pick it and will keep about 2 to 3 cm of the stem attached then they're sprayed with a mango wash to neutralize the latex for at least 1 minute next they are gently placed into these baskets with clean Linings to protect them from small Cuts once picked the mangoes take a trip to a special Factory for some post Harvest processing first workers trim the stems a little and let the latex drip off for about half an hour then they get sorted by size and quality hot water treatment is often applied to control disease and ensure a longer shelf life the best looking mangoes get all cleaned and dried up before heading off to stores in sturdy crates for the mangoes with a few bumps and scratches they get turned into delicious juice or cut up into ready to eat pieces in this super cold room of 5° C workers can cut up to 100 mangoes an hour and did you know that they can even make vegan leather from mangoes in the Netherlands [Music] pineapples thrive in sandy lomy soil and the hot weather of Brazil gives the tar fruit an extra sweetness growing pineapples takes about 16 months and the hard work starts a year and a half before the Harvest on this 50000 Acre Farm a skilled worker can plant 6,000 seed crowns a day nearly A4 of an acre 8 months later Farmers spray ethylene to trigger the plants to start making fruits and did you know a pineapple is actually a cluster of flowers when the pineapple changes from green to yellow and reaches the right amount of sugar content Farmers start to harvest them they break off the stalk with a downward motion and throw it into the basket but you can imagine how heavy that is that's why some Farms now have a conveyor belt mounted truck making it easier for workers to harvest daily then the pineapples are moved to the shade so they don't dry out at the factory pineapples are cleaned and trimmed thoroughly they also get a light wax coat to last longer on the Shelf they can last up to 3 weeks if stored at 8° C and 90% humid room but some pineapples are further processed to make frozen fruits this way you can enjoy them all year round and less fruit goes to waste in Vietnam even pineapple Skins are used to make [Music] soap artichoke Fields can be harvested more than 10 times because they come in many different sizes that won't grow any bigger Peru is the world's top five artichoke producer with over 132,000 tons produced in 2019 it is also the first aroke exporter in the world there are two main types of aroke the green Globes and the Peruvian purples which look fancy with their purple color the real secret to the oke success in Peru is the weather its consistent coolness around 18° C Fosters Healthy Growth and allows Peruvian Farmers to cultivate AR chokes year round after roughly 6 months of meticulous care the artichokes are ready to harvest Pickers simply use a sharp knife to remove the buds along with the stem about three fingers in length then toss it right in the bag each bag can carry up to 100 lb once it's full pick will bring it to the Harvester where it's sorted by size and placed in boxes these Arch chokes are then either sold right away or kept in the inventory for [Music] later considered green gold the World produced nearly 9 million tons of avocados in 2022 and 1 million tons came from Peru one of the top avocado countries in the world the most famous type here is the Hass avocado with its thick skin and creamy taste an avocado treat takes at least 3 years to grow fruit but then it keeps giving for a long time up to 40 years and it happens all year round but they are super thirsty fruits 283 L of water are needed to grow just 1 kg of avocados they're hard until picked but if picked too immaturely they will turn rubbery or never even ripen so farmers will test some samples to determine the Harvest Time avocados can be snap picked or cut near the stem to reduce the risk of post Harvest rots this will help the avocado ripen evenly because the stem will block the oxygen from getting inside the old tree can reach over 12 M tall and a skilled picker can Harvest 453 kg in just 30 minutes picked avocados must not be dropped from over 30 cm or they'll get bruised when ripen then they are immediately put in a cool place to prevent sunburn and rejected after a wash with fungicides for fungal control the top grated avocados are sold fresh While others are further processed into bestselling sauces and dips like guacamole Brazil is the world's second largest papaya producer with more than 1.2 million tons produced in 2019 they only grow two main types here the big long fosa papaya and the smaller round golden papaya papaya trees take about 7 months to a year to mature and produce their first fruit after that they will give fruit all year round in this fascinating spiral pattern with the peak season in the summer and fall after 2 years the plant reaches its limit and farmers will replace it with new ones papayas ripen when they start to turn yellow and they will come off easily with a gentle twist papaya latex contains papane that can stain the fruit and burn human skin so farmers will wash it right after harvest besides being sold fresh some rip papayas are turned into dried fruit or pulp for ice cream but green papayas are good too especially in [Music] salads as Dawn breaks across Asian fields from banana orchards in Thailand to Apple fields in Japan the Fruit Harvest appears like a vivid painting now let's visit fruit orchards to see how Asian farmers Harvest millions of tons of [Music] fruit after planting the apple orchard begins to bear fruit from the seventh or eighth year however it all depends on the selected variety fruit yield will increase gradually each year and then remain stable for 30 to 35 years a farm in Japan has an area of 114 14,200 Acres of apple trees total Apple production reached 94,6 tons bringing in revenue of about 1,316 million USD the Apple industry has become a pillar industry that helps increase people's income and promote the rapid development of the local economy first of all farmers will determine the optimal ripness for picking correct ripeness is not only important for quality but also for successful preservation picking fruit early is often both inefficient and expensive when apples are immature they bruise easily and shrink during storage apple orchards in Asia are often harvested by hand farmers will climb ladders or use support tools to carefully pick each apple this is an extremely labor intensive method that predominates in the production of dessert apples it appears mainly in large fruit orchards accompanied by the participation of a significant number of seasonal workers on average an apple orchard needs about 10 to 12 harvesting workers to to ensure the job is completed Farmers handle apples as gently as they would an egg they carefully placed all the apples in the picking box Do not drop the fruit or jostle it during Transportation this is the only way to prevent the fruit from being damaged before being distributed to the market the Harvest usually lasts until late October and fresh apples are usually available in early November once Harvest and sales are complete the production cycle begins again at the processing site apples are graded based on size color and quality apples are washed to remove dirt and pesticides then stored in cold storage or humidity controlled environment to retain freshness [Music] longer inside the spiky shell is a passionate sweetness have you ever tasted the taste of jurian now let's explore how Farmers Harvest this unique fruit Juan season in Malaysia usually lasts from May to September peaking in July and August when Juans ripen their spines turn from yellow brown to dark brown with a characteristic strong smell however jury and harvested at this stage is not suitable for transportation or long-term storage when Juans mature a spot on their stem will swell allowing them to naturally fall off the tree that is also the reason why Juans can fall at any time to ensure that farmers can collect Fallen Juans immediately Farmers often tie strings to the Juans this is to help prevent the fruit from touching the ground ground and damaging the Juan's Thorns professional jurian Farms often tie strings to each jurian fruit when it is just matured when the jurian fruit ripens and falls from the tree branch the string immediately wraps tightly around the Juan fruit preventing the Juan fruit from falling to the ground and being damaged at this time farmers can carefully lower the fruit and harvest at at the beginning and end of the harvest season jurian is usually harvested only once a day because the garden's productivity is relatively low during this period after being picked they have to go through a series of processors before reaching you Juans are quickly transported to the collection center for further classification despite its thick skin and rough appearance Juan is not suitable for rough transportation because once jurian fruits rub against each other the jurian spines will break and become susceptible to pathogens besides conventional preservation fresh Juans can be quickly Frozen by exposing them to liquid nitrogen Frozen jurian can be stored at -8° C for 2 years while still retaining its original flavor color and texture dragon fruit is famous for its vibrant color exotic appearance and potential health benefits with its growing popularity in domestic and international markets dragon fruit cultivation offers economic opportunities for farmers and meets growing consumer demand depending on the variety and environmental conditions dragon fruit trees can begin to bear fruit 12 to 15 months after planting each year dragon fruit begins to flower in May to June the growth period of dragon fruit is quite short only 1 month after flowering farmers can enter the harvest season similar to other fruits dragon fruit farmers also pay great attention to harvest time because ripeness will affect the quality and risk of spoilage of the fruit Farmers choose fruit that is not fully Ry or has turned pink at the same time when pressed the fruit deflates slightly the skin has a bright color and the scales on the outside of the skin have begun to wither picking is also quite simple Farmers just need to gently separate the fruit from the stem besides dragon fruit can be harvested with scissors or a knife the harvested fruit is a immediately transferred to a place that can avoid sunlight before packaging or storage early morning or cool afternoon is the appropriate time to harvest to avoid hot direct sunlight which increases the temperature in the fruit if stored in optimal conditions usually at 10° C dragon fruit will retain its flavor for up to 17 days goodbye dragon fruit garden now let's go to Banana Garden in Thailand when the banan's mature Farmers Place pads between the banana bunches to protect them from bumps and bruises then the bananas are wrapped in cloth or plastic bags to repel insects bananas are ready to be harvested about 10 to 13 weeks after the plant flowers bananas are always harvested by hand with two person teams who work well together first a person will use a knife to cut the banana Bunch from the stem at this point the chamber is lowered onto the other person's shoulder pad most farms in the Delta can use a cable cast system to move Bunches of bananas to processing SES if the bananas are pulled too quickly along the cable it can damage the fruit a small sharp knife is used to to cut the bunch of bananas out of the bunch then these bananas are placed in a water tank to remove the P finally bananas are graded according to size and quality bananas are packaged whole and partially in cardboard boxes with plastic lining each box is guaranteed to have a net weight of 13 kg when released to the market now we go to the pineapple fields in the Philippines to see how Farmers Harvest millions of pineapples this is the leading country with a production level of about 2.7 million tons of pineapples per year the country's pineapple growing area is estimated to be over 40,000 hectares under good sunny conditions it takes 18 to 32 months for a pineapple to mature prolonged cold and freezing temperatures will slow the ripening process and make the fruit more acidic even pineapple will be seriously damaged at a temperature of 28° pineapples are not ready to ripen until most of the fruit has turned orange yellow however size and color changes are not reliable indicators of ripeness because pineapple is a fruit that does not continue to ripen after harvest choosing the right time to harvest will affect the entire quality of pineapple products every year about 3,200 workers flock to Pineapple farms in Indonesia to harvest millions of pineapples will be picked by hand before harvesting workers need to carefully prepare protective gear and gloves because the sore tooth likee Leaves Can Hurt them after harvesting pineapples will be sent to factories for packaging or processing into other products such as canned pineapples and dried pineapples the Philippines Indonesia and India are the top coconut producers accounting for around 72% of the world's total cpra coconut trees can take over 6 years before they bear fruit but can produce up to 80 coconuts a year for the next 100 years traditional methods involve skilled climbers who Ascend the over 80 ft tall Palms Barefoot or using notches cut into the tree Once at the top they use a machete to cut the Coconuts next coconuts are dried for 1 and 1/2 months before being husked to remove the fibrous outer shell these are highly porous and can be processed into soil-like substances for horiculture use the next step is to puncture and crack open the Coconuts to get the water and meat this can be done by machine but skilled workers say they can do it faster with up to 80,000 coconuts cut in some weeks the water is often bottled and salt as a beverage the meat is sterilized and dried to make cpra then they are pressed to produce virgin coconut oil coconuts also undergo various processing steps to produce products such as desiccated coconut and coconut milk each product requires specific handling and processing techniques to ensure quality and safety cucumbers thrive on fertile soil and consistent moisture China turkey and the US are some of the world's leading cucumber producers they are usually ready for Harvest about 50 to 70 days after planting harvesting cucumbers used to be labor intensive as Millions had to be picked all by hand but most of the work is now replaced by mechanical Harvesters in larger operations nowadays these machines cut the The Vines and separate the Cucumbers from the plant harvesting about 25 tons per hour regular harvesting every few days is necessary to ensure the cucumbers are collected at the right size and maturity or they will become bitter the timing depends on the variety and intended use such as pickling or fresh consumption after harvesting cucumbers are immediately brought to the factory to prevent water loss then they are washed sorted into three sizes and packed for distribution proper cooling is essential to maintain freshness cucumbers destined for pickling are usually delivered to processing facilities where they are washed again sorted and soaked in brine or vinegar for fresh consumption cucumbers are often waxed to reduce moisture loss and enhance shelf line packaging is done in boxes or crates that allow for adequate ventilation to keep the Cucumbers cool and fresh during [Music] Transportation about 70% of the world's cocoa beans come from four West African countries including Ghana and the Ivory Coast which account for half of it it takes 3 years for a Cocoa Tree tree to start bearing cocoa pods and farmers can Harvest them about 5 to 6 months after flowering workers carefully cut the right pods from the tree to avoid damaging the flower cushions which are essential for future yields each treat can give from 50 to 150 pods in 6 months harvesting typically occurs twice a year between May and July and then from October to March once harvested the pods are open to extract the beans the beans still coated in sweet pulp are then fermented for several days this critical process develops the chocolate flavor and reduces bitterness after fermentation the beans are dried in the Sun for a week or using artificial dryers proper drying is crucial to prevent mold growth the dried beans are then packed and shipped to Chocolate manufacturers most of them are sold to all the big chocolate companies in the West for processing and only 30% are processed domestically at the processing facilities the beans are cleaned roasted and cracked to remove the outer shell producing cocoa nibs these nibs are ground to create cocoa Mass which can be further processed into cocoa powder the quality of the final chocolate product depends significantly on the care taken during each step of post Harvest processing blue agavi is native to the Mexican state of ysco and is grown to make tequila the country's most famous drink export it thrives in volcanic soils and requires 7 to 10 years to reach maturity the painter or heart of the plant is harvested when the sugar content is at its peak jimadores skilled workers use a specialized tool called AOA to cut away the sharp leaves and extract the penut it is 25 to 30 kilos each and requires significant expertise the harvested peners are transported to distilleries where they are haved and cooked for 3 Days to convert the complex star into fermentable sugars a volcanic Stone wheel then crushes the cooked pannas to extract the juice it is then fermented with the fiber and distilled to produce tequila the fermentation process takes 3 days and is crucial for developing the unique flavors of tequila after distillation the tequila is aged in barrels which can significantly influence its taste and qual quality the final product is filtered and bottled for [Music] distribution wild blueberries are native to North America and thrive in acidic well- drained soils they are commonly found in regions like Maine Eastern Canada and deep in the Nordic forests while blueberries in the US are typically harvested from Late July to early September when they reach a deep blue color traditionally handheld rakes are used to gather the berries this method is still used to harvest Nordic wild blueberries because of their special location a skilled picker can Harvest 1 kg of blueberries in just 10 minutes and about 100 kilos a day mechanical Harvesters are increasingly used in large operations the these machines gently shake the bushes to dislodge the berries which are then collected on conveyor belts while blueberries are highly perishable and require processing hours after harvest at the facility the berries are shaken to remove leaves and then dest stemmed next they're cleaned sorted and often Frozen immediately to preserve their quality this way they can last for 10 to 15 years after picking the frozen berries are packed and stored for distribution or further processing into products such as juice fresh berries are usually packed in pintes or quarts and shipped to markets where they must be sold quickly to ensure freshness compared to Main's blueberries Nordic blueberries are ahead in the health game with five times more antioxidants per 100 G R and of course it's way more [Music] expensive the prickly pear cactus is native only to the US but it's been introduced and wiely cultivated in Mexico Italy and South Africa the world's top three producers of cactus pear products prickly pear fruits are typically harvested in late August to early April when they develop a bright red color and slightly soft texture harvesting prickly pear is challenging due to the spines on both the pants and the fruits workers use tongs or gloves to carefully pick the fruits and wear protective clothing to avoid injury after harvesting the fruits are washed and then desined the spin-free fruits are washed again and prepared for Market or further processing the fruits are sorted by size and packaged each year Mexico produced about 510,000 tons of fresh prickly pear cactus prickly pear can be consumed fresh or processed into puree which they sell as a form of flavoring the pads of the cactus known as noals are also harvested and used in culinary dishes post Harvest handling involves cleaning and slicing the pads which are then packaged for [Music] sale next we go to The Vineyards grape Harvest usually begins 30 to 70 days after the fruit set at this time the grapes change color from green to yellow or red purple however the optimal time to harvest depends on many different factors including the type of grape the designed flavor profile and the specific Market skilled workers carefully cut Bunches of grapes and arrange them into containers choosing the best Bunches of grapes and avoiding sunburn or plant rot is something only humans can do hand harvesting allows for more precise selection and controls great content from oxidation caused by damaged skins at the packaging stage The Grapes will be selected again he is removing grapes that are small and uneven in color all stages are done quickly and accurately to ensure that the packaged grapes will be of equal size eye catching dark purple color and fresh mechanical harvesting is often more coste effective and is well suited for large Vineyards located on on flat land when using a harvester The Grapes may become cold more quickly than when picked by hand using Machinery is also beneficial for night harvesting the only downside is that when the Harvester shakes The Vines it can damage the stems and Crush The Grapes however mechanical grape picking has brought the wine industry to a new level it is one of the main grape harvesting tools making wine delicious and well priced besides grapes from September to November is also the time when American farmers Harvest pumpkins pumpkins are harvested when the fruit has a solid orange color and a hard skin immature green pumpkins can ripen during Harvest harvest the fruit by cutting off the pumpkins Vine leaving 3 to 6 in of stem this makes the pumpkin look more attractive and easier to sell at the same time there will be less attacked by fruit rot pathogens normally it is not feasible to harvest pumpkins early and preserve them until they can be marketed therefore pumpkins must be stored in the field if the vines and produce are healthy farmers can successfully store them in the field for several weeks the Harvester gently passes through the pumpkin beds sweeping up all the pumpkins lying on the ground the conveyor belt brings just harvested pumpkins into containers next to the Harvest truck these two machines are doing work equivalent to the labor of about 20 workers it helps pumpkin Growers safe costs and Harvest Time [Music] high up in Brazil's Northeast the sou Francisco Valley is a treasure Trove of delicious mangoes here Tommy Atkins is the most famous mango loved for its firm flesh and long shelf life in 2023 this region produced 284,000 tons of mangoes consistently supplying over 90% of the nation's exports annually mango can continue to ripen after picking but the catch is that the sugar stops growing once they're off the tree so if they're picked too early they won't be as sweet farmers will only pick mangoes with light yellow stems because that's the ripening sign but they have to be careful with the mango latex because it can cause skin rash and skin Browning to the mango they can also climb up the trees to pick it and will keep about 2 to 3 cm of the stem attached then they're sprayed with a mango wash to neutralize the latex for at least 1 minute next they are gently placed into these baskets with clean Linings to protect them from small Cuts once picked the mangoes take a trip to a special Factory for some post Harvest processing first workers trim the stems a little and let the latex drip off for about half an hour then they get sorted by size and quality hot water treatment is often applied to control disease and ensure a longer shelf life the best looking mangoes get all cleaned and dried up before heading off to stores in sturdy crates for the mangoes with a few bumps and scratches they get turned into delicious juice or cut up into ready to eat pieces in this super cold room of 5° C workers can cut up to 100 mangoes an hour and did you know that they can even make vegan leather from mangoes in the [Music] Netherlands pineapples thrive in sandy lomy soil and the hot weather of Brazil gives the tar fruit an extra sweetness growing pineapples takes about 16 months and the hard work starts a year and a half before the Harvest on this 50000 Acre Farm a skilled worker can plant 6,000 seed crowns a day nearly A4 of an acre 8 months later Farmers spray ethylene to trigger the plants to start making fruits and did you know a pineapple is actually a cluster of flowers when the pineapple changes from green to Yellow anded reaches the right amount of sugar content Farmers start to harvest them they break off the stalk with a downward motion and throw it into the basket but you can imagine how heavy that is that's why some Farms now have a conveyor belt mounted truck making it easier for workers to harvest daily then the pineapples are moved to the shade so they don't dry out at the factory pineapples are clean C and trimmed thoroughly they also get a light wax coat to last longer on the Shelf they can last up to 3 weeks if stored at 8° C and 90% humid room but some pineapples are further processed to make frozen fruits this way you can enjoy them all year round and less fruit goes to waste in Vietnam even pineapple Skins are used to make soap artichoke Fields can be harvested more than 10 times because they come in many different sizes that won't grow any bigger Peru is the world's top five artichoke producer with over 132,000 tons produced in 2019 it is also the first oke exporter in the world there are two main types of oke the green Globes and the Peruvian purples which look fancy with their purple color the real secret to the oke's success in Peru is the weather its consistent coolness around 18° C Fosters Healthy Growth and allows Peruvian Farmers to cultivate Arch chokes year round after roughly 6 months of meticulous care the artichokes are ready to harvest Pickers simply use a sharp knife to remove the buds along with the stem about three fingers in length then toss it right in the bag each bag can carry up to 100 lb once it's full Pickers will bring it to the Harvester where it's sorted by size and placed in boxes these okes are then either sold right away or kept in the inventory for later [Music] considered green gold the World produced nearly 9 million tons of avocados in 2022 and 1 million tons came from Peru one of the top avocado countries in the world the most famous type here is the H avocado with its thick skin and creamy taste an avocado treat takes at least 3 years to grow fruit but then it keeps giving for a long time up to 40 years and it happens all year round but they are super thirsty fruits 283 L of water are needed to grow just 1 kg of avocados they're hard until picked but if picked too immaturely they will turn rubbery or never even ripen so farmers will test some samples to determine the Harvest Time avocados can be snap picked or cut near the stem to reduce the risk of post Harvest rots this will help the avocado ripen evenly because the stem will block the oxygen from getting inside the old tree can reach over 12 M tall and a skilled picker can Harvest 453 kg in just 30 minutes picked avocados must not be dropped from over 30 cm or they'll get bruised when ripen then they are immediately put in a cool place to prevent sunburn and rejected after a wash with fungicides for fungal control the top graded avocados are sold fresh While others are further processed into bestselling sources and dips like guacamole Brazil is the world's second largest papaya producer with more than 1.2 million tons produced in 2019 they only grow two main types here the big long foros of papaya and the smaller round golden papaya papaya trees take about 7 months to a year to mature and produce their first fruit after that they will give fruit all year round in this fascinating spiral pattern with the peak season in the summer and fall after 2 years the plant reaches its limit and farmers will replace it with new ones papayas ripen when they start to turn yellow and they will come off easily with a gentle twist papaya latex contains papan that can stain the fruit and burn human skin so farmers will wash it right after harvest besides being sold fresh some rip papayas are turned into dried fruit or pulp for ice cream but green papayas are good too especially in [Music] salads as Dawn breaks across Asian fields from banana orchards in Thailand to Apple fields in Japan the Fruit Harvest appears like a vivid painting now let's visit fruit orchards to see how Asian farmers Harvest millions of tons of fruit after planting the apple orchard begins to bear fruit from the seventh or eighth year however it all depends on the selected variety fruit yield will increase gradually each year and then remain stable for 30 to 35 years a farm in Japan has an area of 14,200 Acres of apple trees total Apple production reached 94,6 tons bringing in revenue of about 1,316 million USD the Apple industry has become a pillar industry that helps increase people's income and promote the rapid development of the local economy first of all farmers will determine the optimal ripeness for picking correct ripness is not only important for quality but also for success ful preservation picking fruit early is often both inefficient and expensive when apples are immature they bruise easily and shrink during storage apple orchards in Asia are often harvested by hand farmers will climb ladders or use support tools to carefully pick each apple this is an extremely labor intensive method that predominates in the production of dessert apples it appears mainly in large fruit orchards accompanied by the participation of a significant number of seasonal workers on average an apple orchard needs about 10 to 12 harvesting workers to ensure the job is completed Farmers handle apples as gently as they would an egg they carefully placed all the apples in the picking box Do not drop the fruit or jostle it during transportation this is the only way to prevent the fruit from being damaged before being distributed to the market the Harvest usually lasts until late October and fresh apples are usually available in early November once Harvest and sales are complete the production cycle begins again at the processing site apples are graded based on size color and quality apples are washed to to remove dirt and pesticides then stored in cold storage or humidity controlled environment to retain freshness [Music] longer inside the spiky shell is a passionate sweetness have you ever tasted the taste of jurian now let's explore how Farmers Harvest this unique fruit jurian season in Malaysia usually lasts from May to September peaking in July and August when Juans ripen their spines turn from yellow brown to dark brown with a characteristic strong smell however jurian harvested at this stage is not suitable for transportation or long-term storage when Juans mature a spot on their stem will swell allowing them to naturally fall off the tree that is also the reason why Juans can fall at any time to ensure that farmers can collect Fallen Juans immediately Farmers often tie strings to the Juans this is to help prevent the fruit from touching the ground and damaging the Juan's Thorns professional jurian Farms often tie strings to each jurian fruit when it is just matured when the Juan fruit ripens and falls from the tree branch the string immediately wraps tightly around the Juan fruit preventing the jurian fruit from falling to the ground and being damaged at this time farmers can carefully lower the fruit and harvest at the beginning an end of the harvest season jurian is usually harvested only once a day because the garden's productivity is relatively low during this period after being picked they have to go through a series of processes before reaching you Juans are quickly transported to the collection center for further classification despite its thick skin and rough appearance jurian is not suitable for rough Transportation because once jurian fruits rub against each other the jurian spines will break and become susceptible to pathogens besides conventional preservation fresh Juans can be quickly Frozen by exposing them to liquid nitrogen Frozen durian can be stored at -8° C for 2 years while still retaining its original flavor color and [Music] texture dragon fruit is famous for its vibrant color exotic appearance and potential health benefits with its growing popularity in domestic and international markets dragon fruit cultivation offers economic opportunities for farmers and meets growing consumer demand depending on the variety and environmental conditions dragon fruit trees can begin to bear fruit 12 to 15 months after planting each year dragon fruit begins to flower in May to June the growth period of dragon fruit is quite short only 1 month after flowering farmers can enter the harvest season similar to other fruits dragon fruit farmers also pay great attention to harvest time because ripeness will affect the quality and risk of spoilage of the fruit farmers choose fruit that is not fully Rye or has turned pink at the same time when pressed the fruit deflates slightly the skin has a bright color and the scales on the outside of the skin have begun to to wither picking is also quite simple Farmers just need to gently separate the fruit from the stem besides dragon fruit can be harvested with scissors or a knife the harvested fruit is immediately transferred to a place that can avoid sunlight before packaging or storage early morning or cool afternoon is the appropriate time to harvest to avoid hot direct sunlight which increases the temperature in the fruit if stored in optimal conditions usually at 10° C dragon fruit will retain its flavor for up to 17 days goodbye dragon fruit garden now let's go to Banana Garden in Thailand when the Banana's mature Farmers Place pads between the banana bunches to protect them from bumps and bruises then the banana are wrapped in cloth or plastic bags to repel insects bananas are ready to be harvested about 10 to 13 weeks after the plant flowers bananas are always harvested by hand with two person teams who work well together first a person will use a knife to cut the banana Bunch from the stem at this point the chamber is lowered onto the other person's shoulder pad most Farm arms in the Delta can use a cable cast system to move Bunches of bananas to processing SES if the bananas are pulled too quickly along the cable it can damage the fruit a small sharp knife is used to cut the bunch of bananas out of the bunch then these bananas are placed in a water tank to remove the P finally bananas are grad according to size and quality bananas are packaged whole and partially in cardboard boxes with plastic lining each box is guaranteed to have a net weight of 13 kg when released to the market now we go to the pineapple fields in the Philippines to see how Farmers Harvest millions of pineapples this is the leading country with a production level of about 2.7 m million tons of pineapples per year the country's pineapple growing area is estimated to be over 40,000 hectares under good sunny conditions it takes 18 to 32 months for a pineapple to mature prolonged cold and freezing temperatures will slow the ripening process and make the fruit more acidic even pineapple will be seriously damaged at a temperature of 28° pineapples are not ready to ripen until most of the fruit has turned orange yellow however size and color changes are not reliable indicators of ripeness because pineapple is a fruit that does not continue to ripen after harvest choosing the right time to harvest will affect the entire quality of pineapple products every year about 3,200 workers flop to pineapple farms in Indonesia to harvest millions of pineapples will be picked by hand before harvesting workers need to carefully prepare protective gear and gloves because the sore tooth likee leaves can hurt them after harvesting pineapples will be sent to factories for packaging or processing into other products such as canned pineapples and dried pineapples [Music] the Philippines Indonesia and India are the top coconut producers accounting for around 72% of the world's total cpra coconut trees can take over 6 years before they bear fruit but can produce up to 80 coconuts a year for the next 100 years traditional methods involve skilled climbers who will send the over 80 ft tall Palms Barefoot or using notches cut into the tree Once at the top they use a machete to cut the Coconuts next coconuts are dried for 1 and 1/2 months before being husked to remove the fibrous outer shell these are highly porous and can be processed into soil-like substances for horiculture use the next step is to puncture and crack open the Coconuts to get the water and meat this can be done by machine but skilled workers say they can do it faster with up to 880,000 coconuts cut in some weeks the water is often bottled and salt as a beverage the meat is sterilized and dried to make copra then they are pressed to produce virgin coconut oil coconuts also undergo various processing steps to produce products such as desiccated coconut and coconut milk each product requires specific handling and processing techniques to ensure quality and safety cucumbers thrive on fertile soil and consistent moisture China turkey and the US are some of the world's leading cucumber producers they are usually ready for Harvest about 50 to 70 days after planting harvesting cucumbers used to be labor intensive as Millions had to be picked all by hand but most of the work is now replaced by mechanical Harvesters in larger operations nowadays these machines cut the vines and separate the Cucumbers from the plant harvesting about 25 tons per hour regular harvesting every few days is necessary to ensure that cucumbers are collected at the right size and maturity or they will become bitter the timing depends on the variety and intended use such as pickling or fresh consumption after harvesting cucumbers are immediately brought to the factory to prevent water loss then they are washed sorted into three sizes and packed for distribution proper cooling is essential to maintain freshness cucumbers destined for pickling are usually delivered to processing facilities where they are washed again sorted and soaked in brine or vinegar for fresh consumption cucumbers are often waxed to reduce moisture loss and enhance shelf life packaging is done in boxes or crates that allow for adequate ventilation to keep the Cucumbers cool and fresh during transportation [Music] about 70% of the world's cocoa beans come from four West African countries including Ghana and the Ivory Coast which account for half of it it takes 3 years for a Cocoa Tree to start bearing cocoa pods and farmers can Harvest them about 5 to 6 months after flowering workers carefully cut the right pods from the tree to avoid damaging the flower cushions which are essential for future yields each treat can give from 50 to 150 pods in 6 months harvesting typically occurs twice a year between May and July and then from October to March once harvested the pods are open to extract the beans the beans still coated in sweet pulp are then fermented for several days this critical process develops the chocolate flavor and reduces bitterness after fermentation the beans are dried in the Sun for a week or using artificial dryers proper drying is crucial to prevent mold growth the dried beans are then packed and shipped to Chocolate manufacturers most of them are sold to all the big chocolate companies in the West for processing and only 30% are processed domestically at the processing facilities the beans are cleaned roasted and cracked to remove the outer shell producing cocoa nibs these nibs are ground to create cocoa Mass which can be further processed into cocoa powder the quality of the final chocolate product depends significantly on the care taken during each step of post Harvest processing [Music] blue agavi is native to the Mexican state of ysco and is grown to make tequila the country's most famous drink export it thrives in volcanic soils and requires 7 to 10 years to reach maturity the painter or heart of the plant is harvested when the sugar content is at its peak jimadores skilled workers use a specialized tool called AOA to cut a away the sharp leaves and extract the peanut it is 25 to 30 kilos each and requires significant expertise the harvested peners are transported to distilleries where they are haved and cooked for three days to convert the complex starch into fermentable sugars a volcanic Stone wheel then crushes the cooked pannas to extract the juice it is then fermented with the fiber and distilled to produce tequila the fermentation process takes 3 days and is crucial for developing the unique flavors of tequila after distillation the tequila is aged in barrels which can significantly influence its taste and quality the final product is filtered and bottled for [Music] distribution wow blueberries are native to North America and thrive in acidic well- drained soils they are commonly found in regions like Maine Eastern Canada and deep in the Nordic forests while blueberries in the US are typically harvested from Late July to early September when they reach a deep blue color traditionally handheld Raks are used to gather the berries this method is still used to harvest Nordic wild blue blueberries because of their special location a skilled picker can Harvest 1 kg of blueberries in just 10 minutes and about 100 kilos a day mechanical Harvesters are increasingly used in large operations these machines gently shake the bushes to dislodge the berries which are then collected on conveyor belts while blueberries are highly perishable and require processing hours after harvest at the facility the berries are shaken to remove leaves and then dest stemmed next they're cleaned sorted and often Frozen immediately to preserve their quality this way they can last for 10 to 15 years after picking the frozen berries are packed and stored for distribution or further processing into products such as juice fresh berries are usually packed in pints or quartz and shipped to markets where they must be sold quickly to ensure freshness compared to Main's blueberries Nordic blueberries are ahead in the health game with five times more antioxidants per 100 G and of course it's way more [Music] expensive the prickly pear cactus is native only to the US but it's been introduced and wiely cultivated in Mexico Italy and South Africa the world's top three producers of cactus pear products prickly pear fruits are typically harvested in late August to early April when they develop a bright red color and slightly soft texture harvesting prickly pear is challenging due to the spines on both the pants and the fruits workers use tongs or gloves to carefully pick the fruits and wear protected clothing to avoid injury after harvesting the fruits are washed and then desined the spine free fruits are washed again and prepared for Market or further processing the fruits are sorted by size and packaged each year Mexico produced about 510,000 tons of fresh prickly pear cactus prickly peir can be consumed fresh or processed into puree which they sell as a form of flavoring the pads of the cactus known as noals are also harvested and used in culinary dishes post Harvest handling involves cleaning and slicing the pads which are then packaged for [Music] sale next we go to the The Vineyards grape Harvest usually begins 30 to 70 days after the fruit set at this time the grapes change color from green to yellow or red purple however the optimal time to harvest depends on many different factors including the type of grape the desired flavor profile and the specific Market skilled workers carefully cut Bunches of grapes and arrange them into containers choosing the best Bunches of grapes and avoiding sunburn or plant rot is something only humans can do hand harvesting allows for more precise selection and controls grape content from oxidation caused by damaged skins at the packaging stage The Grapes will be selected again he is removing grapes that are small and uneven in color all stages are done quickly and accurately to ensure that the packaged grapes will be of equal size eye catching dark purple color and fresh mechanical harvesting is often more coste effective and is well suited for large Vineyards located on flat land when using a harvester The Grapes may become cold more quickly than when picked by hand using Machinery is also beneficial for harvesting the only downside is that when the Harvester shakes The Vines it can damage the stems and Crush The Grapes however mechanical grape picking has brought the wine industry to a new level it is one of the main grape harvesting tools making wine delicious and well priced besides grapes from September to November is also the time when American farmers Harvest pumpkins pumpkins are harvested when the fruit has a solid orange color and a hard skin immature green pumpkins can ripen during Harvest harvest the fruit by cutting off the pumpkins Vine leaving 3 to 6 in of stem this makes the pumpkin look more attractive and easier to sell at the same time there will be less attack by fruit rot pathogens normally it is not feasible to harvest pumpkins early and preserve them until they can be marketed therefore pumpkins must be stored in the field if the vines and produce are healthy farmers can successfully store them in the field for several weeks the Harvester gently passes through the pumpkin beds sweeping up all the pumpkins lying on the ground the conveyor belt brings just Harvest pumpkins into containers next to the Harvest truck these two machines are doing work equivalent to the labor of about 20 workers it helps pumpkin Growers save costs and harvest [Music] time high up in Brazil's Northeast the South Francisco Valley is a treasure Trove of delicious mangoes here Tommy at is the most famous mango loved for its firm flesh and long shelf life in 2023 this region produced 284,000 tons of mangoes consistently supplying over 90% of the nation's exports annually mango can continue to ripen after picking but the catch is that the sugar stops growing once they're off the tree so if they're picked too early they won't be as sweet farmers will only pick mangoes with light yellow stems because that's the ripening sign but they have to be careful with the mango latex because it can cause skin rash and skin Browning to the mango they can also climb up the trees to pick it and we'll keep about 2 to 3 cm of the stem attached then they're sprayed with a mango wash to neutralize the latex for at least 1 minute next they are gently placed into these baskets with clean Linings to protect them from small Cuts once picked the mangoes take a trip to a special Factory for some post Harvest processing first workers trim the stems a little and let the latex drip off for about half an hour then they get sorted by size and quality hot water treatment is often applied to control disease and ensure a a longer shelf life the best looking mangoes get all cleaned and dried up before heading off to stores in sturdy crates for the mangoes with a few bumps and scratches they get turned into delicious juice or cut up into ready to eat pieces in this super cold room of 5° C workers can cut up to 100 mangoes an hour and did you know that they can even make vegan leather from mango in the [Music] Netherlands pineapples thrive in sandy lomy soil and the hot weather of Brazil gives the tart fruit an extra sweetness growing pineapples takes about 16 months and the hard work starts a year and a half before the Harvest on this 50000 Acre Farm a skilled worker can plant 6,000 seed crowns a day nearly a qu of an acre 8 months later Farmers spray ethylene to trigger the plants to start making fruits and did you know a pineapple is actually a cluster of flowers when the pineapple changes from green to yellow and reaches the right amount of sugar content Farmers start to harvest them they break off the stalk with a downward motion and throw it into the basket but you can imagine imagine how heavy that is that's why some Farms now have a conveyor belt mounted truck making it easier for workers to harvest daily then the pineapples are moved to the shade so they don't dry out at the factory pineapples are cleaned and trimmed thoroughly they also get a light wax coat to last longer on the Shelf they can last up to 3 weeks if stored at 8° C and 90% humid room but some pineapples are further processed to make frozen fruits this way you can enjoy them all year round unless fruit goes to waste in Vietnam even pineapple Skins are used to make [Music] soap Arch choke Fields can be harvested more than 10 times because they come in many different SI sizes that won't grow any bigger Peru is the world's top five artichoke producer with over 32,000 tons produced in 2019 it is also the first oke exporter in the world there are two main types of aroke the green Globes and the Peruvian purples which look fancy with their purple color the real secret to the oke success in per per is the weather its consistent coolness around 18° C Fosters Healthy Growth and allows Peruvian Farmers to cultivate AR chokes year round after roughly 6 months of meticulous care the artichokes are ready to harvest Pickers simply use a sharp knife to remove the buds along with the stem about three fingers in length then toss it right in the bag each bag can carry up to [Music] top avocado countries in the world the most famous type here is the Hass avocado with its thick skin and creamy taste an avocado tree takes at least 3 years to grow fruit but then it keeps giving for a long time up to 40 years and it happens all year round but they are super thirsty fruits 283 L of water are needed to grow just 1 kg of avocados they're hard until picked but if picked too immaturely they will turn rubbery or never even ripen so farmers will test some samples to determine the Harvest Time avocados can be snap picked or cut near the stem to reduce the risk of post Harvest rots this will help the avocado ripen evenly because the stem will block the oxygen from getting inside the old tree can reach over 12 M tall and a skilled picker can Harvest 453 kg in just 30 minutes picked avocados must not be dropped from over 30 cm or they'll get bruised when ripen then they are immediately put in a cool place to prevent sunburn and rejected after a wash with fungicides for fungal control the top grated avocados are sold fresh While others are further processed into bestselling sources and dips like guacamole Brazil is the world's second largest papaya producer with more than 1.2 million tons produced in 2019 they only grow two main types here the big long fosa papaya and the smaller round golden papaya papaya trees take about 7 months to a year to mature and produce their first fruit after that they will give fruit all year round in this fascinating spiral pattern with the peak season in the summer and fall after 2 years the plant reaches its limit and farmers will replace it with new ones papayas ripen when they start to turn yellow and they will come off easily with a gentle twist papaya latex contains papane that can stain the fruit and burn human skin so farmers will wash it right after harvest besides being sold fresh some ripe papayas are turned into dried fruit or pulp for ice cream but green papayas are good too especially in [Music] salads as Dawn breaks across Ross Asian fields from banana orchards in Thailand to Apple fields in Japan the Fruit Harvest appears like a vivid painting now let's visit fruit orchards to see how Asian farmers Harvest millions of tons of [Music] fruit after planting the apple orchard begins to bear fruit from the seventh or eighth year however it all depends on the selected variet variety fruit yield will increase gradually each year and then remain stable for 30 to 35 years a farm in Japan has an area of 11 14,200 acres of apple trees total Apple production reached 94,6 tons bringing in revenue of about 1,316 million USD the Apple industry has become a pillar industry that helps increase people's income and promote the rapid development of the local economy first of all farmers will determine the optimal ripeness for picking correct ripeness is not only important for quality but also for successful preservation picking fruit early is often both inefficient and expensive when apples are immature they bruise easily and shrink during storage apple orchards in Asia are often harvested by hand farmers will climb ladders or use support tools to carefully pick each apple this is an extremely labor intensive method that predominates in the production of dessert apples it appears mainly in large fruit orchards accompanied by the participation of a significant number of seasonal workers on average an apple po Orchard needs about 10 to 12 harvesting workers to ensure the job is completed Farmers handle apples as gently as they would an egg they carefully placed all the apples in the picking box Do not drop the fruit or jostle it during Transportation this is the only way to prevent the fruit from being damaged before being distributed to the market the Harvest usually lasts until late October and fresh apples are usually available in early November once Harvest and sales are complete the production cycle begins again at the processing site apples are graded based on size color and quality apples are washed to remove dirt and pesticides then stored in cold storage or humidity controlled environment to retain freshness longer [Music] inside the spiky shell is a passionate sweetness have you ever tasted the taste of jurian now let's explore how Farmers Harvest this unique fruit jurian season in Malaysia usually lasts from May to September peaking in July and August when Juans ripen their spines turn from yellow brown to dark brown with a character istic strong smell however Juan harvested at this stage is not suitable for transportation or long-term storage when Juans mature a spot on their stem will swell allowing them to naturally fall off the tree that is also the reason why Juans can fall at any time to ensure that farmers can collect Fallen Juans immediately Farmers often tie strings to the jur Ian this is to help prevent the fruit from touching the ground and damaging the Juan's Thorns professional Juan Farms often tie strings to each Juan fruit when it is just matured when the jurian fruit ripens and falls from the tree branch the string immediately wraps tightly around the jurian fruit preventing the jurian fruit from falling to the ground and being damaged at this time farmers can carefully lower the fruit and harvest at the beginning and end of the harvest season jurian is usually harvested only once a day because the garden's productivity is relatively low during this period after being picked they have to go through a series of processes before reaching you Juans are quickly transported to the collection center for further classification despite its thick skin and rough appearance Juan is not suitable for rough Transportation because once Juan fruits rub against each other the jurian spines will break and become susceptible to pathogens besides conventional preservation fresh Juans can be quickly Frozen by exposing them to liquid nitrogen Frozen Juan can be stored atus 18° C for 2 years while still retaining its original flavor and [Music] texture dragon fruit is famous for its vibrant color exotic appearance and potential health benefits with its growing popularity in domestic and international markets dragon fruit cultivation offers economic opportunities for farmers and meets growing consumer demand depending on the variety and environmental conditions dragon fruit trees can begin to bear fruit 12 to 15 months after planting each year dragon fruit begins to flower in May to June the growth period of dragon fruit is quite short only 1 month after flowering farmers can enter the harvest season similar to other fruits dragon fruit farmers also pay great attention to harvest time because ripness will affect the quality and risk of spoilage of the fruit farmers choose fruit that is not fully Rhyme or has turned pink at the same time when pressed the fruit deflates slightly the skin has a bright color and the scales on the outside of the skin have begun to wither picking is also quite simple Farmers just need to gently separate the fruit from the stem besides dragon fruit can be harvested with scissors or a knife the harvested fruit is immediately transferred to a place that can avoid sunlight before packaging or storage early morning or cool afternoon is the appropriate time to harvest to avoid hot direct sunlight which increases the temperature in the fruit if stored in optimal conditions usually at 10° C dragon fruit will retain its flavor for up to 17 days [Music] goodbye dragon fruit garden now let's go to Banana Garden in Thailand when the banan mature Farmers Place pads between the banana bunches to protect them from bumps and bruises then the bananas are wrapped in cloth or plastic bags to repel insects bananas are ready to be harvested about 10 to 13 weeks after the plant flowers bananas are always harvested by hand with two person teams who work well together first a person will use a knife to cut the banana Bunch from the stem at this point the chamber is lowered onto the other person's shoulder pad most farms in the Delta can use a cable cast system to move Bunches of bananas to processing sights if the bananas are pulled too quickly along the cable it can damage the fruit a small sharp knife is used to cut the bunch of bananas out of the bunch then these bananas are placed in a water tank to remove the purse finally bananas are graded according to size and quality bananas are packaged whole and partially in cardboard boxes with plastic lining each box is guaranteed to have a net weight of 13 kg when released to the mark market now we go to the pineapple fields in the Philippines to see how Farmers Harvest millions of pineapples this is the leading country with a production level of about 2.7 million tons of pineapples per year the country's pineapple growing area is estimated to be over 40,000 hectares under good Sunny condition it takes 18 to 32 months for a pineapple to mature prolonged cold and freezing temperatures will slow the ripening process and make the fruit more acidic even pineapple will be seriously damaged at a temperature of 28° pineapples are not ready to ripen until most of the fruit has turned orange yellow however size and color changes are not reliable indicated of ripeness because pineapple is a fruit that does not continue to ripen after harvest choosing the right time to harvest will affect the entire quality of pineapple products every year about 3,20 workers flock to Pineapple farms in Indonesia to harvest millions of pineapples will be picked by hand before harvesting workers need to carefully prepare protective gear and gloves because the sore tooth like leaves can hurt them after harvesting pineapples will be sent to factories for packaging or processing into other products such as canned pineapples and dried pineapples the Philippines Indonesia and India are the top coconut producers accounting for around 72% of the world's total cpra coconut trees can take over 6 years before they bear fruit but can produce up to 80 coconuts a year for the next 100 years traditional methods involve skilled climbers who will send the over 80 ft tall Palms Barefoot or using notches cut into the tree Once at the top they use a machete to cut the Coconuts next coconuts are dried for one and and a half months before being husked to remove the fibrous outer shell these are highly porous and can be processed into soil-like substances for horiculture use the next step is to puncture and crack open the Coconuts to get the water and meat this can be done by machine but skilled workers say they can do it faster with up to 880,000 coconuts cut in some weeks the water is often bottled and salt as a beverage the meat is sterilized and dried to make copra then they are pressed to produce virgin coconut oil coconuts also undergo various processing steps to produce products such as desiccated coconut and coconut milk each product requires specific handling and processing techniques to ensure quality and safety cucumbers thrive on fertile soil and consistent moisture China turkey and the US are some of the world's leading cucumber producers they are usually ready for Harvest about 50 to 70 days after planting harvesting cucumbers used to be labor intensive as Millions had to be picked all by hand but most of the work is now replaced by mechanical Harvesters in larger operations nowadays these machines cut the vines and separate the Cucumbers from the plant harvesting about 25 tons per hour regular harvesting every few days is necessary to ensure the cucumbers are collected at the right size and maturity or they will become bitter the timing depends on the variety and intended use such as pickling or fresh consumption after harvesting cucumbers are immediately brought to the factory to prevent water loss then they are washed sorted into three sizes and packed for distribution proper cooling is essential to maintain freshness cucumbers destined for pickling are usually delivered to processing facilities where they are washed again sorted and soaked in brine or vinegar for fresh consumption cucumbers are often waxed to reduce moisture loss and enhance shelf life packaging is done in boxes or crates that allow for adequate ventilation to keep the Cucumbers cool and fresh during [Music] Transportation about 70% of the world's cocoa beans come from four West African countries including Ghana and the Ivory Coast which account for half of it it takes 3 years for a Cocoa Tree to start bearing cocoa pods and farmers can Harvest them about 5 to 6 months after flowering workers carefully cut the r pods from the tree to avoid damaging the flower cushions which are essential for future yields each treat can give from 50 to 150 pods in 6 months harvesting typically occurs twice a year between May and July and then from October to March once harvested the pods are open to extract the beans the beans still coated in sweet pulp are then fermented for several days this critical process develops the chocolate flavor and reduces bitterness after fermentation the beans are dried in the Sun for a week or using artificial dryers proper drying is crucial to prevent mold growth the dried beans are then packed and shipped to Chocolate manufacturers most of them are sold to all the big chocolate companies in the West for processing and only 30% are processed domestically at the processing facilities the beans are cleaned roasted and cracked to remove the outer shell producing cocoa nibs these nibs are ground to create cocoa m M which can be further processed into cocoa powder the quality of the final chocolate product depends significantly on the care taken during each step of post Harvest processing blue agavi is native to the Mexican state of ysco and is grown to make tequila the country's most famous drink export it thrives in volcanic soils and requires 7 to 10 years to reach maturity the paina or heart of the plant is harvested when the sugar content is at its peak Jimador skilled workers use a specialized tool called AOA to cut away the sharp leaves and extract the peanut it is 25 to 30 kilos each and requires significant expertise the harvested peners are transported to distilleries where they are haved and cooked for 3 Days to convert the complex starch into fermentable sugars a volcanic Stone wheel then crushes the cooked panners to extract the juice it is then fermented with the fiber and distilled to produce tequila the fermentation process takes 3 days and is crucial for developing the unique flavors of tequila after distillation the tequila is aged in barrels which can significantly influence its taste and quality the final product is filtered and bottled for [Music] distribution wild blueberries are native to North America and thrive in acidic well- drained soils they are commonly found in regions like Maine Eastern Canada and deep in the Nordic forests while blueberries in the US are typically harvested from Late July to early September when they reach a deep blue color traditionally handheld rakes are used to gather the berries this method is still used to harvest Nordic wild blueberries because of their special location a skilled picker can Harvest 1 kg of blueberries in just 10 minutes and about 100 kilos a day mechanical har Harvesters are increasingly used in large operations these machines gently shake the bushes to dislodge the berries which are then collected on conveyor belts while blueberries are highly perishable and require processing hours after harvest at the facility the berries are shaken to remove leaves and then D stemmed next they're cleaned sorted and often Frozen immediately to preserve their quality this way they can last for 10 to 15 years after picking the frozen berries are packed and stored for distribution or further processing into products such as juice fresh berries are usually packed in pints or quartz and shipped to markets where they must be sold quickly to ensure freshness compared to Main's blueberries Nordic blueberries are ahead in the health game with five times more antioxidants per 100 G and of course it's way more [Music] expensive the prickly pear cactus is native only to the US but it's been introduced and wiely cultivated in Mexico Italy and South Africa the world's top three producers of cactus pear products prickly pear fruits are typically harvested Ed in late August to early April when they develop a bright red color and slightly soft texture harvesting prickly pear is challenging due to the spines on both the pants and the fruits workers use tongs or gloves to carefully pick the fruits and wear protected clothing to avoid injury after harvesting the fruits are washed and then desined the spine free fruits are washed wased again and prepared for Market or further processing the fruits are sorted by size and packaged each year Mexico produced about 510,000 tons of fresh prickly pear cactus prickly peir can be consumed fresh or processed into puree which they sell as a form of flavoring the pads of the cactus known as noals are also harvested and used in culinary dishes post Harvest handling involves cleaning and slicing the pads which are then packaged for [Music] sale next we go to The Vineyards grape Harvest usually begins 30 to 70 days after the fruit set at this time the grapes change color from green to yellow or red purple however the optimal time to harvest depends on many different factors including the type of grape the designed flavor profile and the specific Market skilled workers carefully cut Bunches of grapes and arrange them into containers choosing the best Bunches of grapes and avoiding sunburn or plant rot is something only humans can do hand harvesting allows for more precise selection and controls grape content from oxidation caused by damaged skins at the packaging stage The Grapes will be selected again he is removing grapes that are small and uneven in color all stages are done quickly and accurately to ensure that the packaged grapes will be of equal size eye catching dark purple color and fresh mechanical harvesting is often more coste effective and is well suited for large Vineyards located on flat land when using a harvester The Grapes may become cold more quickly than when picked by hand using Machinery is also beneficial for night harvesting the only downside is that when the Harvester shakes The Vines it can damage the stems and Crush The Grapes however mechanical grape picking has brought the wine industry to a new level it is one of the main grape harvesting tools making wine delicious and well priced besides grapes from September to November is also the time when American farmers Harvest pumpkins pumpkins are harvested when the fruit has a solid orange color and a hard skin immature green pumpkins can ripen during Harvest Harvest the fruit by cutting off the pumpkin's Vine leaving 3 to 6 in of stem this makes the pumpkin look more attractive and easier to sell at the same time there will be less attack by fruit rot pathogens normally it is not feasible to harvest pumpkins early and preserve them until they can be marketed therefore pumpkins must be stored in the field if the vines and produce are healthy farmers can successfully store them in the field for several weeks the Harvester gently passes through the pumpkin beds sweeping up all the pumpkins lying on the ground the conveyor belt brings just harvested pumpkins into containers next to the Harvest truck these two machines are doing work equivalent to the labor of about 20 workers it helps pumpkin Growers save costs and harvest [Music] time high up in Brazil's Northeast the sou Francisco Valley is a treasure Trove of delicious mangoes here Tommy Atkins is the most famous mango loved for its firm flesh and long shelf life in 20123 this region produced 284,000 tons of mangoes consistently supplying over 90% of the nation's exports annually mango can continue to ripen after picking but the catch is that the sugar stops growing once they're off the tree so if they're picked too early they won't be as sweet farmers will only pick mangoes with light yellow stems because that's the ripening sign but they have to be careful with the mango latex because it can cause skin rash and skin bra running to the mango they can also climb up the trees to pick it and will keep about 2 to 3 cm of the stem attached then they're sprayed with a mango wash to neutralize the latex for at least 1 minute next they are gently placed into these baskets with clean Linings to protect them from small Cuts once picked the mangoes take a trip to a special Factory for some post Harvest processing first workers trim the stems a little and let the latex drip off for about half an hour then they get sorted by size and quality hot water treatment is often applied to control disease and ensure a longer shelf life the best looking mangoes get all cleaned and dried up before heading off to stores in sturdy crates for the mangoes with a few bumps and scratches they get turned into delicious juice or cut up into ready to eat pieces in this super cold room of 5° C workers can cut up to 100 mangoes an hour and did you know that they can even make vegan leather from mangoes in the [Music] Netherlands pineapples thrive in sandy lomy soil and the hot weather of Brazil gives the tart fruit an extra sweetness growing pineapples takes about 16 months and the hard work starts a year and a half before the Harvest on this 50000 Acre Farm a skilled worker can plant 6,000 seed crowns a day nearly A4 of an acre 8 months later Farmers spray ethylene to trigger the plants to start making fruits and did you know a pineapple is actually a cluster of flowers when the pineapple changes from green to yellow and reaches the right amount of sugar content Farmers start to harvest them they break off the stalk with a downward motion and throw it into the basket but you can imagine how heavy that is that's why some Farms now have a conveyor belt mounted truck making it easier for workers to harvest daily then the pineapples are moved to the shade so they don't dry dry out at the factory pineapples are cleaned and trimmed thoroughly they also get a light wax coat to last longer on the Shelf they can last up to 3 weeks if stored at 8° C and 90% humid room but some pineapples are further processed to make frozen fruits this way you can enjoy them all year round unless fruit goes to waste in Vietnam even pineapple Skins are used to make [Music] soap artichoke Fields can be harvested more than 10 times because they come in many different sizes that won't grow any bigger Peru is the world's top five artichoke producer with over 132,000 tons produced in 2019 it is also the the first aroke exporter in the world there are two main types of aroke the green Globes and the Peruvian purples which look fancy with their purple color the real secret to the oke success in Peru is the weather its consistent coolness around 18° C Fosters Healthy Growth and allows Peruvian Farmers to cultivate Arch chokes year round after roughly 6 months of meticulous care the artichokes are ready to harvest Pickers simply use a sharp knife to remove the buds along with the stem about three fingers in length then toss it right in the bag each bag can carry up to 100 lb once it's full Pickers will bring it to the Harvester where it's sorted by size and placed in boxes these AR chokes are then either sold right away or kept in the in Tory for [Music] later considered green gold the World produced nearly 9 million tons of avocados in 2022 and 1 million tons came from Peru one of the top avocado countries in the world the most famous type here is the Hass avocado with its thick skin and creamy taste an avocado treat takes at least 3 years to grow fruit but then it keeps giving for a long time up to 40 years and it happens all year round but they are super thirsty fruits 283 L of water are needed to grow just 1 kilog of avocados they're hard until picked but if picked too immaturely they will turn rubbery or never even ripen so farmers will test some samples to determine the Harvest time avocados can be snap picked or cut near the stem to reduce the risk of post Harvest rots this will help the avocado ripen evenly because the stem will block the oxygen from getting inside the old tree can reach over 12 M tall and a skilled picker can Harvest 453 kg in just 30 minutes picked avocados must not be dropped from over 30 CM or they'll get bruised when ripen then they are immediately put in a cool place to prevent sunburn and rejected after a wash with fungicides for fungal control the top grad avocados are sold fresh While others are further processed into bestselling sources and dips like guacamole Brazil is the world's second second largest papaya producer with more than 1.2 million tons produced in 2019 they only grow two main types here the big long fosa papaya and the smaller round golden papaya papaya trees take about 7 months to a year to mature and produce their first fruit after that they will give fruit all year round in this fascinating spiral pattern with the peak season in the summer and fall after 2 years the plant reaches its limit and farmers will replace it with new ones papayas ripen when they start to turn yellow and they will come off easily with a gentle twist papaya latex contains papane that can stain the fruit and burn human skin so farmers will wash it right after harvest besides being sold fresh some ripe papay are turned into dried fruit or pulp for ice cream but green papayas are good too especially in [Music] salads as Dawn breaks across Asian fields from banana orchards in Thailand to Apple fields in Japan the Fruit Harvest appears like a vivid painting now let's visit fruit orchards to see how Asian farmers Harvest millions of tons of [Music] fruit after planting the apple orchard begins to bear fruit from the seventh or eighth year however it all depends on the selected variety fruit yield will increase gradually each year and then remain stable for 30 to 35 years a farm in Japan has an area of 114,000 2 200 Acres of apple trees total Apple production reached 94,6 tons bringing in revenue of about 1,316 million USD the Apple industry has become a pillar industry that helps increase people's income and promote the rapid development of the local economy first of all farmers will determine the optimal ripeness for picking cor ripeness is not only important for quality but also for successful preservation picking fruit early is often both inefficient and expensive when apples are immature they bruise easily and shrink during storage apple orchards in Asia are often harvested by hand farmers will climb ladders or use support tools to carefully pick each apple this is an extremely labor intensive method that predominates in the production of dessert apples it appears mainly in large fruit orchards accompanied by the participation of a significant number of seasonal workers on average an apple orchard needs about 10 to 12 harvesting workers to ensure the job is completed Farmers handle apples as gently as they would an egg they carefully placed all the apples in the picking box Do not drop the fruit or jostle it during Transportation this is the only way to prevent the fruit from being damaged before being distributed to the market the Harvest usually lasts until late October and fresh apples are usually available in early November once Harvest and sales are complete the production cycle begins again at the processing site apples are graded based on size color and quality apples are washed to remove dirt and pesticides then stored in cold storage or humidity controlled environment to retain freshness [Music] longer inside the spiky shell is a passionate sweetness have you ever tasted the taste of jurian now let's explore how Farmers Harvest this unique fruit jurian season in Malaysia usually lasts from May to September peaking in July in August when Juans ripen their spines turn from yellow brown to dark brown with a characteristic strong smell however Juan harvested at this stage is not suitable for transportation or long-term storage when Juans mature a spot on their stem will swell allowing them to naturally fall off the tree that is also the reason why Juans can fall at anytime to ensure that farmers can collect Fallen Juans immediately Farmers often tie strings to the Juans this is to help prevent the fruit from touching the ground and damaging the Juan's Thorns professional jurian Farms often tie strings to each jurian fruit when it is just mature when the jurian fruit ripens and falls from the tree branch the string immediately wraps tightly around the Juan fruit preventing the juur and fruit from falling to the ground and being damaged at this time farmers can carefully lower the fruit and harvest at the beginning and end of the harvest season jurian is usually harvested only once a day because the garden's productivity is relatively low during this period period after being picked they have to go through a series of processes before reaching you Juans are quickly transported to the collection center for further classification despite its thick skin and rough appearance jurian is not suitable for rough Transportation because once Juan fruits rub against each other the Juan spines will break and become susceptible to pathogens besides conventional preservation fresh jurian can be quickly Frozen by exposing them to liquid nitrogen Frozen Juan can be stored at -8° C for 2 years while still retaining its original flavor color and [Music] texture dragon fruit is famous for its vibrant color exotic appearance and potential health benefit benefits with its growing popularity in domestic and international markets dragon fruit cultivation offers economic opportunities for farmers and meets growing consumer demand depending on the variety and environmental conditions dragon fruit trees can begin to bear fruit 12 to 15 months after planting each year dragon fruit begins to flower in May to June the growth period of Dr dragon fruit is quite short only 1 month after flowering farmers can enter the harvest season similar to other fruits dragon fruit farmers also pay great attention to harvest time because ripeness will affect the quality and risk of spoilage of the fruit farmers choose fruit that is not fully Rhyme or has turned pink at the same time when pressed the fruit deflates slightly the SK SK has a bright color and the scales on the outside of the skin have begun to wither picking is also quite simple Farmers just need to gently separate the fruit from the stem besides dragon fruit can be harvested with scissors or a knife the harvested fruit is immediately transferred to a place that can avoid sunlight before packaging or storage early morning or cool afternoon is the appropriate time to harvest to avoid hot direct sunlight which increases the temperature in the fruit if stored in optimal conditions usually at 10° C dragon fruit will retain its flavor for up to 17 days goodbye dragon fruit garden now let's go to Banana Garden in tand when the Banana's mature Farmers Place pads between the banana bunches to protect them from bumps and bruises then the bananas are wrapped in cloth or plastic bags to repel insects bananas are ready to be harvested about 10 to 13 weeks after the plant flowers bananas are always harvested by hand with two person teams who work well together first a person will use a knife to cut the banana Bunch from the stem at this point the chamber is lowered onto the other person's shoulder pad most farms in the Delta can use a cable cast system to move Bunches of bananas to processing SES if the bananas are pulled too quickly along the cable it can damage the fruit a small sharp knife is used to cut the bunch of bananas out of the bunch then these bananas are placed in a water tank to remove the P finally banana Bas are graded according to size and quality bananas are packaged whole and partially in cardboard boxes with plastic lining each box is guaranteed to have a net weight of 13 kg when released to the market now we go to the pineapple fields in the Philippines to see how Farmers Harvest millions of pineapples this is the leading country with a production level of about 2.7 million tons of pineapples per year the country's pineapple growing area is estimated to be over 40,000 hectares under good sunny conditions it takes 18 to 32 months for a pineapple to mature prolonged cold and freezing temperatures will slow the ripening process and make the fruit more acidic even pineapple will be seriously damaged at a temperature of 28° pineapples are not ready to ripen until most of the fruit has turned orange yellow however size and color changes are not reliable indicators of ripeness because pineapple is a fruit that does not continue to ripen after harvest choosing the right time to harvest will affect the entire quality of pineapple products every year about 3,200 workers flock to Pineapple farms in Indonesia to harvest millions of pineapples will be picked by hand before harvesting workers need to carefully prepare protective gear and gloves because the sore tooth likee leaves can hurt them after harvesting pineapples will be sent to factories for packaging or processing into other products such as tanned pineapples and dried pineapples the Philippines Indonesia and India are the top coconut producers accounting for around 72% of the world's total cpra coconut trees can take over 6 years before they bear fruit but can produce up to 80 coconuts a year for the next 100 years traditional methods involve skilled climbers who are send the over 80 ft tall Palms Barefoot or using notches cut into the tree Once at the top they use a machete to cut the Coconuts next coconuts are dried for 1 and 1/2 months before being husp to remove the fibrous outer shell these are highly porous and can be processed into soil-like substances for horiculture use the next step is to puncture and crack open the coke UTS to get the water and meat this can be done by machine but skilled workers say they can do it faster with up to 80,000 coconuts cut in some weeks the water is often bottled and salt as a beverage the meat is sterilized and dried to make cpra then they are pressed to produce virgin coconut oil coconuts also undergo various processing steps to produce products such as desiccated coconut and coconut milk each product requires specific handling and processing techniques to ensure quality and safety cucumbers thrive on fertile soil and consistent moisture China turkey and the US are some of the world's leading cucumber producers they are usually ready for Harvest about 50 to 70 days after planting harvesting cucumbers used to be labor intensive as Millions had to be picked all by hand but most of the work is now replaced by mechanical Harvesters in larger operations nowadays these machines cut the vines and separate the Cucumbers from the plant harvesting about 25 tons per hour regular harvesting every few days is necessary to ensure sure the cucumbers are collected at the right size and maturity or they will become bitter the timing depends on the variety and intended use such as pickling or fresh consumption after harvesting cucumbers are immediately brought to the factory to prevent water loss then they are washed sorted into three sizes and packed for distribution proper cooling is essential to maintain freshness cucumbers destined for pickling are usually delivered to processing facilities where they are washed again sorted and soaked in brine or vinegar for fresh consumption cucumbers are often waxed to reduce moisture loss and enhance shelf life packaging is done in boxes or crates that allow for adequate ventilation to keep the Cucumbers cool and fresh during transportation [Music] about 70% of the world's cocoa beans come from four West African countries including Ghana and the Ivory Coast which account for half of it it takes 3 years for a Cocoa Tree to start bearing cocoa pods and farmers can Harvest them about 5 to 6 months after flowering workers carefully cut the right pods from the tree to avoid damaging the flower cushions which are essential for future yields each tree can give from 50 to 150 pods in 6 months harvesting typically occurs twice a year between May and July and then from October to March once harvested the pods are open to extract the beans the beans still coated in sweet pulp are then fermented for several days this critical process develops the chocolate flavor and reduces bitterness after fermentation the beans are dried in the Sun for a week or using artificial dryers proper drying is crucial to prevent mold growth the dried beans are then packed and shipped to Chocolate manufacturers most of them are sold to all the big chocolate companies in the West for processing and only 30% up processed domestically at the processing facilities the beans are cleaned roasted and cracked to remove the outer shell producing cocoa nibs these nibs are ground to create cocoa Mass which can be further processed into cocoa powder the quality of the final chocolate product depends significantly on the care taken during each step of post Harvest processing [Music] blue agavi is native to the Mexican state of ysco and is grown to make tequila the country's most famous drink export it thrives in volcanic soils and requires 7 to 10 years to reach maturity the paina or heart of the plant is harvested when the sugar content is at its peak Jimador skilled workers use a specialized tool called AOA to to cut away the sharp leaves and extract the peanut it is 25 to 30 kilos each and requires significant expertise the harvested peners are transported to distilleries where they are haved and cooked for 3 Days to convert the complex starch into fermentable sugars a volcanic Stone wheel then crushes the cooked penas to extract the juice it is then fermented with the fiber and distilled to produce tequila the fermentation process takes 3 days and is crucial for developing the unique flavors of tequila after distillation the tequila is aged in barrels which can significantly influence its taste and quality the final product is filtered and bottled for distribution [Music] wild blueberries are native to North America and thrive in acidic well- drained soils they are commonly found in regions
