Aksu walnuts are a national geographical indication protected product of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.

Aksu walnuts are characterized by large size, thin shells and high oil content, especially the large walnuts shaped like fragrant pears, the oily walnuts with high oil content, and the dew kernel paper that breaks when pinched. Peel walnuts, no matter what kind of walnuts, are very mellow and delicious. Walnuts are the main cash crop in Aksu, and Aksu is known as the "Hometown of Walnuts".

As the saying goes, "It takes five years to grow peaches, three apricots, and four pears, and nine years to eat walnuts." It takes a long time for walnut trees to grow from planting to bearing fruit, but now Aksu's walnuts are being planted after technological improvements. The following year, you can harvest special walnuts that are large and fragrant. Aksu walnuts are now national geographical indication protected products.

The ripening and picking of Aksu walnuts

Aksu walnut is a nutritious nut. Its maturity period is generally from the end of August to the beginning of September every year, and the maturity period is about 20 to 20 years. About 25 days. At this time, the color of the walnut peel will change from green to yellow or brown, and the kernel inside the fruit will also become softer.

Aksu walnut picking time is usually carried out within 2 to 3 weeks after the walnuts mature. Generally speaking, the picking time is when the peel of the fruit begins to crack, when the kernels of the walnuts have fully developed, showing the best taste and flavor.

Of course, when picking Aksu walnuts, you need to pay attention to some details. First of all, walnuts should be picked in sunny and dry weather to ensure the quality of walnuts. Secondly, be careful not to damage the fruits and branches when picking, so as not to affect the quality and yield of walnuts. Finally, walnuts should be properly stored after being harvested for consumption or sale.