From Planting to Picking Stogie Fresh TV

DESCRIPTION: This video takes you through the process of seeding, germination, growth and harvest.Making great cigars starts with planting great seeds. You will see how the seeds are planted and germinated and how the seedlings are prepared to be planted in the field. The process of harvesting (priming) the leaves is also discussed.TERMS: Ligero = Literally “light.” The part of the filler tobacco that is located in the upper part of the plant. It often contributes to the strength of the cigar.Viso = Tobacco from the middle of the plant. A primary contributor to the flavor characteristics of the cigar.Seco = Literally, “dry.” Comes from the lower part of the plant, it contributes to the aroma and burn of the cigar. Volado = Another type of filler tobacco chosen for its burning qualities. It is the part of the plant that is closest to the soil.Vega = Tobacco fieldVeguero = Tobacco farmerFinca = FarmGermination Tray = a small container used to plant seedsSemilla = SeedSemilleros = SeedbedSterile Ash = mixed with seeds to help farmer see the distribution of seeds in the germination trayPriming = Picking the leavesRecogedor (a) = Person who picks the tobacco leaves.