A Seed That's Over 70% Kernel Has Helped Size Indian Cotton Since 1943: Meet the Tamarind

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• Tamarind, originally from tropical Africa, has been grown in India for thousands of years and is valued for its shade, storm resistance, and windbreak qualities.
• The tree yields up to 150 kg of fruit annually, and its pulp, green fruit, flowers, and tender pods are used in curries, chutneys, soups, and as vegetables.