VOICED : Future looks rosy for Bulgarias rose oil industry

The video explores the Bulgarian rose harvest, highlighting the importance of picking roses at dawn for optimal oil concentration. Bulgaria is a leading producer of rose oil, second only to Turkey, due to its favorable climate. The process of producing rose oil involves distillation, requiring 3.5 tons of petals for one liter of oil. The video also introduces Nikki Lane, a quality certifier known as 'the nose,' and discusses the high value of rose oil, which is protected by the EU.

Why is it important to pick roses at dawn during the harvest?

• The roses are fully open.

• The weather is cooler.

• The scent is most concentrated.

• The petals are easier to see.

What is the primary reason Bulgaria is a leading producer of rose oil?

• Government support.

• Advanced technology.

• Rich soil.

• Favorable climate.

What is the purpose of the cohabitation column in the distillation process?

• To separate impurities.

• To store rose petals.

• To enhance the scent.

• To produce double distillate.

Who is responsible for certifying the quality of the rose oil?

• The government.

• A local farmer.

• An international agency.

• A lab worker known as 'the nose'.

What makes Bulgarian Rose oil economically valuable?

• Its ease of production.

• Its color.

• Its unique properties and EU protection.

• Its rarity.