Quick facts

Chilli Quick Facts

A simple collection of chilli facts, product knowledge, and greenhouse pepper notes from AV FARMS LIMITED.

Heat

Pepper X is currently recognised by Guinness World Records as the world's hottest chilli pepper.

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Heat

Carolina Reaper was once the world's hottest chilli and remains one of the most famous super-hot peppers.

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Heat

The hottest part of a chilli is usually the inner white pith or placenta, where capsaicin is most concentrated.

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Varieties

There are thousands of chilli varieties grown around the world.

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History

Chillies have been cultivated for around 6,000 years.

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African Birds Eye

Red Thunder F1 is a Bird Eye chilli type variety, suitable for fresh and processing markets.

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African Birds Eye

Bird's eye chillies are small, sharp, and widely used in hot sauces, cooking, drying, and processing.

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Habanero

Chillies can be harvested green or red depending on the variety, market demand, and buyer preference.

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Heat

Capsaicin is the natural compound that gives chillies their heat.

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Greenhouse

Greenhouse chilli production helps protect crops, organise planting, and improve consistency.

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