1. Picking time.
Sea buckthorn is usually harvested in spring and autumn. Spring is the season when sea buckthorn fruits are ripe, when the fruits are bright in color and high in nutritional value, and are the best time to pick them. Autumn is the period when the leaves and branches of sea buckthorn accumulate nutrients, and harvesting at this time also has a high nutritional value.
Second, the method of picking.
1.Prepare the tools.
Picking sea buckthorn requires some tools, including scissors, baskets, gloves, etc. The scissors should be sharp, which can ensure the quality of the fruit and the efficiency of picking. The basket should be large enough to hold the picked fruit. Gloves should be comfortable and protect the hand from being stabbed.
2.Select the picking part.
When picking sea buckthorn, choose healthy plants and avoid fruit trees that are infested with pests and diseases. When picking, start from the bottom of the fruit tree and cut the fruit one by one to avoid cutting too many fruits at one time and causing damage to the fruit.
3.Picking tips.
Be careful when picking sea buckthorn as there are many thorns on the surface of the fruit. When picking, you can gently press the fruit in the direction of the scissors so that the fruit falls off under the force of the scissors. Also, avoid scratching other fruits and branches when picking.
3. Precautions.
1.Sea buckthorn fruit is rich in nutritional value, but it is also fragile and easily damaged. Therefore, it is necessary to pay attention to handling with care when picking to avoid the fruit being crushed and bruised.
2.After picking, sea buckthorn fruits should be eaten or processed in time to avoid nutrient loss and deterioration caused by long-term storage.
3.When picking sea buckthorn, respect nature, do not over-pick, and maintain the health and ecological balance of the fruit trees. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the protection of the environment and not to cause environmental pollution during the picking process.
4. Processing and preservation.
1.Sea buckthorn fruit can be processed into juice, jam, fruit wine and other foods, with high nutritional value and health care functions. During processing, attention should be paid to maintaining the nutrients and taste of the fruit, and avoiding adding too many additives and sugars.
2.Raw sea buckthorn fruits can be stored in a cool, ventilated place, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Store in the refrigerator for a longer period of time, but be careful not to mix with other fruits and vegetables to avoid interfering with each other.
3.In addition to the fruit, the leaves and branches of sea buckthorn also have certain medicinal and use values. When collecting sea buckthorn leaves and branches, it is necessary to choose healthy and disease-free plants, and after collection, they should be dried and preserved in time, which can be used to make tea, boil water, etc., and have the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, quenching thirst and relieving pain.
In conclusion, picking sea buckthorn is a technical task that requires careful care. Understanding the growth characteristics and harvesting techniques of sea buckthorn can help us harvest the fruit better, while also protecting the environment and respecting nature. The method of processing and preserving sea buckthorn fruit can preserve the nutrients and taste of the fruit, making sea buckthorn a delicious product that can be enjoyed by more people.