QUALITIES of our variety ar1

“The cultivation of AR1 capers adapts to different types of climates and soils, does not require large areas since it is an intensive crop, 2500 plants per hectare, and does not require special machinery. The product obtained, flower buds known as capers, once placed in a covering liquid (pickling) is non-perishable, it can be marketed in bulk and/or fractioned.”

CAPERS PLANT

BENEFITS FROM ITS PRODUCTION

growth

The Capers AR1 variety plants adapt to all types of climate and soils, they also support temperatures from -12 to 55 degrees, the climate is not a conditioning factor for their growth since the only thing that needs to be taken into account has to do with the soil: they should not be waterlogged and as in almost every crop, protect the seedlings from frost and hail.

Key Features

Higher yield.
Thornless plant.
Shrubby growth: allows for better and more efficient distribution per hectare.
Fast growth, reaching adult characteristics in less time.
High resistance to water stress and salinity.
Broad thermal range tolerance: from -12°C to 55°C.
Excellent plant health.
Mature plants are not consumed by natural predators, birds, cattle, rodents, insects, etc.

NUTRITION

The caper is a key ingredient, naturally rich in water and carbohydrates.
Among its health benefits are its antioxidant, diuretic, and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as its ability to improve blood circulation.

GLOBAL CAPER MARKET

Global consumption has grown significantly, especially with the rise in international tourism. Chefs and gourmet cuisine are driving strong demand for local production.

Global market eager for capers.
Worldwide demand far exceeds current supply.
Current producers are not expanding their plantations.
Great opportunity for Argentina: strong growth in the domestic market.
Expanding international market.

EXPLORE MORE ABOUT CAPERS PRODUCTION

Progress

The caper plant has a useful life of more than 80 years. Through a contract or letter of intent.

ARGENTINE CAPER COOPERATIVE

It is committed to the total purchase of the production obtained. An adult plant, from the 4th year, can produce between 10 and 15 kgs per plant per season (the same extends throughout the hot months), thus obtaining a minimum yield per hectare of 25,000 kgs, making this a highly profitable crop in small areas.

WHAT WE OFFER?

Alcaparras Argentinas offers seedlings and technical advice to new producers in order to obtain sufficient volumes to satisfy the large domestic and international demand. If you are interested in producing capers and would like to receive more technical information about the cultivation of capers, please do not hesitate to contact us, we are at your entire disposal.