Rich in healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants, black walnuts are worth the effort required to harvest the coveted nutmeats.

"[Pecans'] naturally splitting husk and thin shell make it fairly easy to gather and process," Craft said. "Pecans are one of the most important cultivated nuts of North America and are tasty in pies.

The nuts are squeezed between the wires of the cage and collected before being emptied into a wheel barrow. Then it's on to washing. At this point, most of the green husk has fallen away ...

Farmers in Chikkamagaluru and Shivamogga struggle with arecanut husk disposal, leading to pollution. The article explores the challenges faced by farmers, the environmental impact of burning and ...