How to Grow Hazelnut (Georgia)
Hazelnut (Georgia) (Corylus avellana) is a tree crop crop that yields 1.5–4 tonnes (in-shell) per hectare and takes 3–5 years to first commercial crop; productive 30+ years to harvest. It grows best in well-drained loam, pH 5.5–7.0; tolerates range but dislikes heavy clay, needs 700–1,200 mm of water, and is widely grown in Georgia, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Italy. The current average farm-gate price on GeraFarm is about $3.20 per kg.
Yield / hectare
1.5–4 tonnes (in-shell)
Time to harvest
3–5 years to first commercial crop; productive 30+ years
Avg. price
$3.20/kg
Top regions
Georgia, Turkey
About Hazelnut (Georgia)
Georgia is the world's third-largest hazelnut producer after Turkey and Italy. Georgian hazelnuts are in high demand from European chocolate manufacturers. GeraFarm helps growers access premium contract buyers.
Hazelnut (Georgia) growing facts
- Scientific name
- Corylus avellana
- Category
- Tree Crop
- Yield per hectare
- 1.5–4 tonnes (in-shell)
- Time to harvest
- 3–5 years to first commercial crop; productive 30+ years
- Growing season
- Perennial; harvest August–September in Georgia
- Avg. farm-gate price
- $3.20 / kg
- Soil requirements
- Well-drained loam, pH 5.5–7.0; tolerates range but dislikes heavy clay
- Water requirements
- 700–1,200 mm; drought-tolerant once established; irrigation improves nut size
How to grow hazelnut (georgia), step by step
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Prepare soil to the crop’s needs
Test and prepare your soil to match hazelnut (georgia)'s requirement: Well-drained loam, pH 5.5–7.0; tolerates range but dislikes heavy clay. Correct pH and add organic matter before planting.
- 2
Plant in the right window
Plant during the recommended season: Perennial; harvest August–September in Georgia. Use certified seed or healthy planting material to avoid carrying over disease.
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Irrigate to target
Supply 700–1,200 mm; drought-tolerant once established; irrigation improves nut size. Even, well-timed moisture during the critical growth stages drives yield and quality.
- 4
Scout and protect against disease
Watch for Eastern filbert blight (Anisogramma anomala) and Hazelnut aphid (Myzocallis coryli). Rotate crops, keep good spacing for airflow, and act early — AI disease-scan apps can warn you days before damage is visible.
- 5
Harvest at the right time
Harvest after 3–5 years to first commercial crop; productive 30+ years. Handle gently and cool quickly to cut post-harvest losses, which can otherwise reach 20–40%.
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Sell direct for a better price
List your hazelnut (georgia) free on GeraFarm, set your own price, and sell direct to verified buyers — keeping the margin a broker would otherwise take.
Diseases & pests to watch for
- Eastern filbert blight (Anisogramma anomala)
- Hazelnut aphid (Myzocallis coryli)
- Bacterial blight
- Brown marmorated stink bug
Smart-farming tips for hazelnut (georgia)
- Harvest timing AI (hull split percentage from drone images) minimises aflatoxin risk in wet years
- Eastern filbert blight mapping from aerial imagery guides canker pruning priorities
- AI moisture content sensor at dryer inlet ensures product meets Ferrero/Callebaut buyer specifications
- Orchard floor sweep-harvester GPS optimisation reduces labour hours by 30%
- Georgia hazelnut export grew 40% in 2025 — GeraFarm's EU buyer network connects Georgian cooperatives directly
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Growing hazelnut (georgia) — frequently asked questions
- How much hazelnut (georgia) can you grow per hectare?
- A well-managed hazelnut (georgia) crop yields 1.5–4 tonnes (in-shell) per hectare. Actual yield depends on variety, soil fertility, irrigation, and disease pressure — Georgia, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Italy, Spain are among the leading growing regions. On GeraFarm, growers selling direct typically earn 40–60% more than through traditional middlemen.
- When is the hazelnut (georgia) growing season and how long until harvest?
- Hazelnut (Georgia) is typically planted in: Perennial; harvest August–September in Georgia. It takes 3–5 years to first commercial crop; productive 30+ years to reach harvest. Timing your planting to local conditions is the single biggest factor in yield.
- What soil and water does hazelnut (georgia) need?
- Hazelnut (Georgia) prefers Well-drained loam, pH 5.5–7.0; tolerates range but dislikes heavy clay. Water requirement: 700–1,200 mm; drought-tolerant once established; irrigation improves nut size. Matching soil and irrigation to these needs is essential for a healthy hazelnut (georgia) crop.
- What are the main diseases and pests that affect hazelnut (georgia)?
- The most common threats to hazelnut (georgia) are Eastern filbert blight (Anisogramma anomala), Hazelnut aphid (Myzocallis coryli), Bacterial blight. Crop rotation, certified seed or planting material, good spacing for airflow, and early scouting are the most reliable defences. AI disease-scan tools can flag many of these before they spread visibly.
- Is hazelnut (georgia) farming profitable?
- Hazelnut (Georgia) sells for around $3.20 per kg at farm gate, and a hectare can yield 1.5–4 tonnes (in-shell). Profitability hinges on yield, input costs, post-harvest losses, and the price you can negotiate — selling direct to buyers on GeraFarm removes the broker margin that usually takes 40–60% of the gap between farm-gate and retail price.
- Where can I sell hazelnut (georgia) after harvest?
- You can list hazelnut (georgia) free on GeraFarm and reach verified buyers — restaurants, wholesalers, processors and exporters — in 50+ countries. There are no listing fees, only a small commission on completed sales, and you set your own price in your local currency.