In a significant breakthrough, a new variety of olive oil-type peanuts developed by the Shandong Peanut Research Institute has recently been awarded a certification by the Ministry of Agriculture. This achievement marks a major milestone in the development of high-quality peanut varieties that closely resemble the nutritional profile of olive oil.
Olive oil is known as the only oil derived from fresh fruits, and it's packed with monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, and natural antioxidants. With an oleic acid content reaching up to 80%, it is highly beneficial for heart health, helping to prevent conditions like atherosclerosis, cancer, and digestive issues, while also offering anti-aging and beauty benefits. Due to its exceptional properties, olive oil is often referred to as "liquid gold" and the "queen of vegetable oils." Its price is typically 17 to 20 times higher than that of regular peanut oil.
Through years of dedicated research, the Shandong Peanut Research Institute has successfully integrated advanced breeding technologies such as distant hybridization, molecular breeding, space-induced mutation, and genetic engineering. These efforts have led to the creation of six key traits, including disease resistance, high oil content, elevated levels of oleic acid, and an optimal oleic acid to linoleic acid (O/L) ratio. For the first time globally, the institute has cultivated a high-yield olive oil-type peanut variety with an oleic acid content ranging between 75% and 80%. This makes the nutritional value of its oil comparable to that of olive oil, combining both high quality and high productivity in one variety. This represents a historic advancement in peanut breeding.
To date, this innovative variety has been promoted across 1.9 million mu (approximately 126,000 acres), significantly boosting farmers' incomes by an estimated 200 million yuan. As the large-scale adoption of these olive oil-type peanuts continues, it is expected to play a crucial role in transforming the agricultural industry structure, increasing farmer earnings, and ultimately improving the quality of life for local residents.
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