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The intensity of the Nocellara is slightly toned down by the softness of the Biancolilla, giving the oil greater delicacy, making it a very balanced product.
The Tumminia cultivar takes on different names;the wheat is grown in the areas between Caltanissetta, Agrigento, Enna, Palermo, Ragusa and the surrounding areas.
Tumminia wheat is traditionally sown in March, in fact it takes the name of Marzuddu.
Many years ago this cereal was almost always grown by our grandparents precisely because it adapted to any type of soil and climate unlike other types of wheat.
The finished product takes on a dark brown color and in fact the “black” bread of Castelvetrano is made from this flour.
There is historical information about this cultivar starting from 1809. A medium late variety (125 days), it takes the name of Perciasacchi because of the pointed and slightly curved shape of the seed, as it pierced the jute sacks in which it was contained during transport.
The characteristics of this wheat are very similar to Khorasan wheat, a very drought-resistant wheat suitable for hot and dry countries.
According to many experts, this is the best variety that Sicily gives us and the flour obtained is ideal for preparing bread, pasta, biscuits and baked goods.
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