I was listening to one of my Favorite Podcasts (The Survival Podcast) and the host (Jack) mentioned Ground nuts as an amazing permaculture crop. I've found a little bit online, does anyone have any experience growing Groundnuts?
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I've read about them in wild food foraging books and websites, but had not considered intentionally growing them. Those places usually mention large stands/area of the ground nut plants, and variable sizes of the tubers. I wonder how big an area you would need to dedicate to them to get a reasonable harvest that can be sustained.
Thanks for the link. Something to think about!
Thanks for the link. Something to think about!
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I know that researchers at the university of louisiana have been working on a breeding program with them.. apparently the best improved varieties have tubers that get bigger yearly, rather than just adding more walnut-sized tubers in the chain - word I heard was third-year tubers that were up to at least 6 inches in diameter, giving much better yields than unselected varieties.
I know oikos tree crops sells some, but they were out of everything last time I checked. as a fan of tubers in general, and perennials as well, I'm trying to get my hands on a few...hoping next spring I can score some.
I know oikos tree crops sells some, but they were out of everything last time I checked. as a fan of tubers in general, and perennials as well, I'm trying to get my hands on a few...hoping next spring I can score some.