The 250 hectares of plantations in the south-western part of the Tarn et Garonne produce more than 800 tonnes of excellent quality fruit.
Hazelnut, an excellent quality fruit
Production: the Tarn et Garonne department is the 2nd largest hazelnut producing department in France with 455 ha of land set aside for this. The 250 hectares of plantations in the south-western part of the Tarn et Garonne produce more than 800 tonnes of excellent quality fruit.
Gourmet festival: The hazelnut is celebrated in Lavit on the 2nd Sunday in October.
Nutrition Benefits. As well as being rich in manganese, copper, phosphorus and potassium, hazelnuts are also full of vitamins B9, B1 and E. They are a source of iron, magnesium, zinc and calcium, as well as vitamins B6 and B5.
