Module 9-oil seed species (peanut/ground nut) Flashcards
what family does the peanut plant belong to
The peanut plant is a legume belonging to the bean family
where is the peanut native to
It is native to South America
where is the peanut grown today
its grown over the world in warmer regions
where do peanuts grow poorly
The peanut plant is poorly adapted to northern climates
if peanuts are grown in Canada where are they best grown
commercial Canadian production is limited to small areas of Ontario and Nova Scotia
how much refining is required for peanut oil
Peanut oil has a desirable natural flavour, odour and colour and the product, therefore, requires only mild refining
what is the fatty acid composition of peanuts
Peanut oil is approximately 50 percent oleic acid and 20 percent saturated fatty acids
what is peanut oil most commonly used for
Peanut oil is primarily used for frying
why is peanut oil so great for frying
because of its flavour and stability; it is considered a premium frying oil
how much protein is in the by-product
The meal by-product is 50 percent protein
what is peanut byproduct used for
it is used in the production of livestock feeds
