Açaí comes from the açaí palm (Euterpe oleracea), a tree present in the Amazon region and found, among other environments, in floodplain areas. Cultivation and management methods vary by region and production system.
Cultivation and Management
The açaí palm can be present in managed native systems and in cultivated areas. The practices adopted depend on local conditions and the producer.
Harvesting
The fruits grow in clusters and are harvested to proceed to processing. After harvesting, they may go through stages of separation and selection according to the process adopted.
Sanitization and Depulping
In processing, the fruits go through hygiene procedures and depulping, the stage where the pulp is separated from the pit. The controls and methods used vary by establishment and applicable regulations.
Preservation
After depulping, temperature and storage are part of the care for pulp preservation. Specific procedures may vary depending on the producer, the processor, and the product.
