Variety traits

Oil content — Common hazel

Corylus avellana L.

The oil content of the hazelnut kernel is a key biochemical quality indicator that determines nutritional value and suitability of the fruit for industrial processing.

In the reference 4 varieties crop Common hazel, where this is mentioned in the description.

Common hazel and hazelnut fruits are characterized by a high content of fatty oil, reaching 70% or more. Cultivars and selected forms, such as the 'Severny 42' hybrid with an oil content of 73%, show values in the 60–75% range, which is the target indicator in breeding.

This trait has a direct impact on nutritional value, caloric density, technological processing characteristics, and storage life. In the breeding process, high-oil forms are selected for their improved biochemical composition, including vitamin E content.

General information about the subject — on the page Oil content.

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Varieties of Common hazel mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.