Question

what are the importance of arachis plant in human life and economy?

Answer 1

Ans. Importance of Arachis in human life and economy-

1. Rich in vitamin A and B. Can be eaten raw.
2. Peanut oil used as cooking oil is healthier than saturated oil.
3. Oil cake used as stock feed due to high protein content than any other oil cake.
4. Peanut butter is very nutritious preparation.
5. Oil is used as laxative.
6. Ground nut protein also used in manufacturing of synthetic fiber called ardil.
7. Peanut flour, peanut milk and peanut butter are also prepared from seeds.
8. Highly nutritious since 1 lb yields 2700 cal whereas 1 lb of beef yields 900cal.
9. Because of all these nutritional qualities, peanut are in high demand specially peanut butter. So, peanut is now emerging a cash crop for farmers.