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The type of vanilla grown on Madagascar and in most other locations is ''Vanilla planifolia'', also known as Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla. About 97% of the world's real vanilla comes from Madagascar. However, an estimated 95% of all vanilla products contains artificial vanilla. The best quality Bourbon Vanilla, also called Black Vanilla, is produced primarily around [[Antalaha]], [[Sambava]], [[Vohemar]] and [[Andapa]] in the northwest of Madagascar. | The type of vanilla grown on Madagascar and in most other locations is ''Vanilla planifolia'', also known as Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla. About 97% of the world's real vanilla comes from Madagascar. However, an estimated 95% of all vanilla products contains artificial vanilla. The best quality Bourbon Vanilla, also called Black Vanilla, is produced primarily around [[Antalaha]], [[Sambava]], [[Vohemar]] and [[Andapa]] in the northwest of Madagascar. | ||
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The vanilla orchid is native only to Mexico and relies on a rare black Mexican bee to pollinate naturally. In 1841, a French owned 12-year old slave on Île Bourbon (now Réunion Island) discovered how to hand-pollinate vanilla orchids. Shortly thereafter vanilla plantations were introduced and became commonplace on the island of Madagascar.
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The type of vanilla grown on Madagascar and in most other locations is Vanilla planifolia, also known as Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla. About 97% of the world's real vanilla comes from Madagascar. However, an estimated 95% of all vanilla products contains artificial vanilla. The best quality Bourbon Vanilla, also called Black Vanilla, is produced primarily around Antalaha, Sambava, Vohemar and Andapa in the northwest of Madagascar.
In ancient times, vanilla was said to have aphrodisiac effects and help against fever. Although these properties remain scientifically unverified, it is known that vanilla increases levels of catecholamines, including epinephrine, more commonly known as adrenaline. In an in-vitro test, vanilla was able to block quorom sensing in bacteria. In many bacteria, quorum sensing signals function as a switch for virulence in that microbes only become virulent when these signals indicate that they have the numbers to resist the host immune system response. The essential oils of vanilla and vanillin are often used in aromatherapy.
Documentary on Madagascar's vanilla trade
Madagascar: The Chinese vanilla is a half-hour documentary that gives insight into Madagascar's vanilla production and how the trade is being shaped since recent years by an increase in demand from China.
The original French language version, MADAGASCAR Vanille Chinoise, produced in 2014 by WA Productions in cooperation with Public Sénat, can be viewed at http://t.co/nVIz2rkqDy
Google Newsfeed
- Madagascar: Committing to develop a stable supply of vanilla - Givaudan
- 04-Apr-2025 07:00
- This is why you can't have nice things in a trade war - Axios
- 03-Apr-2025 13:32
- The vanilla connection – from Madagascar fields to Swiss flavors - SWI swissinfo.ch
- 08-Apr-2025 07:00
- In the Heart of Vanilla Country, Farmers on the Climate Frontlines Struggle to Adapt - Duke Today
- 09-Mar-2025 08:00
- The challenges facing Madagascar's vanilla farmers - Boise State Public Radio
- 03-Mar-2025 08:00
- Vanilla Farmers Search for a Crop and Conservation Sweet Spot - UC Davis
- 06-Feb-2025 08:00
- How chocolate, vanilla, and spices brought 7 RPCVs together in Madagascar - Peace Corps (.gov)
- 30-Dec-2024 08:00
- What Trump's order means for vanilla prices, after Madagascar gets hit with 47% tariff - The Journal
- 04-Apr-2025 20:25
- Castellano studies efforts to protect vanilla farms in Madagascar - Boise State University
- 13-Dec-2024 08:00
- Madagascar’s Vanilla Sales Plunge 64% on Competition and Market Liberalization - Bloomberg.com
- 22-Aug-2024 07:00
- Prepare to Constantly Hear How Amazing You Smell When You Try One of These Vanilla Perfumes - ELLE
- 28-Mar-2025 07:00
- 7 Costco Groceries That Make Shoppers Feel Rich on a Budget - Eat This Not That
- 05-Apr-2025 11:00
- Madagascar: Communities reeling from Cyclone Gamane ready for brewing storms - UN World Food Programme
- 30-Dec-2024 08:00
- From Pure to Powder To Paste, Here Are the Best Vanilla Extracts - The Spruce Eats
- 23-Aug-2024 07:00
- REVIEW: Best Vanilla Ice Cream at Grocery Store, Ranked - Business Insider
- 09-Jul-2024 07:00
- Diversifying country of origin is key for vanilla, say suppliers - Food Dive
- 06-Jun-2024 07:00
- Our Test Kitchen Found the Best Vanilla Extract Brands for Baking - Taste of Home
- 17-Jan-2025 08:00
- The Vanishing Vanilla Supply - The Food Institute
- 30-Apr-2024 07:00
- Bath & Body Works’ First Sustainable Sourcing Social Impact Program: Madagascan Vanilla - CSRwire
- 13-Feb-2025 08:00
- Opinion | This Is How the World’s Favorite Scent Disappears - The New York Times
- 04-Aug-2024 07:00
- This Hydrating Body Oil Gave Me Firm, Glowy Skin for My Sister's Wedding - instyle.com
- 06-Aug-2024 07:00
- Vanilla Cultivation under Trees Promotes Pest Regulation - Lab Manager
- 13-Nov-2024 08:00
- Madagascar : Antananarivo prepares to cut number of vanilla exporters - 26/02/2025 - Africa Intelligence
- 26-Feb-2025 08:00
- The Best Type of Vanilla Extract to Use, According to Baking Pros - marthastewart.com
- 08-Sep-2024 07:00
- The Country That Produces The Most Vanilla In The World - Yahoo
- 20-Oct-2024 07:00
- Figure 3 Specialization of Madagascar's vanilla farms - ResearchGate
- 29-Jul-2024 22:45
- Why Vanilla, the Official Scent of Girlhood, Is the Next Climate Casualty - Popsugar
- 03-Oct-2024 07:00
- Costco Offering Amazing Deal on an ‘Excellent’ Baking Ingredient - Eat This Not That
- 07-Oct-2024 07:00
- Canada’s Best Vanilla Ice Creams: A Definitive Ranking - Chatelaine
- 03-Jul-2024 07:00
- Vanilla Perfumes Are Trending—Here Are Our All-Time Favorites - Allure
- 25-Nov-2024 08:00
- The 19 best vanilla perfumes, according to shopping editors - New York Post
- 13-Feb-2025 08:00
- We Tried 10 Different Vanilla Extracts to Find the Best One for Baking - parade.com
- 14-Dec-2024 08:00
