Iran is one of the biggest countries in exporting pistachios.
The best type of pistachios that Iran is exporting in massive amounts is called Jumbo.
California produces pistachios in the United States of America they also cultivate Jumbo pistachios however Iran produces 70% of the world’s jumbo Pistachios and the experts say that it tastes better than Californian jumbo.
The Persian name "piste" is the etymology of the English word "pistachio".
Also called green almonds.
Pistachios are deeply rooted in Iranian culture and are found in all aspects of Iranian life.
Pistachios are mentioned in Iranian literature.
It is eaten in stories, beliefs, ceremonies, festivals such as Yalda and Noroz (Iranian New Year), weddings, and funerals.
Summer temperatures range from -15 to -45 degrees Celsius, ideal for growing.
Iran currently leads the list with a high-quality output of 472,097 tons.
Studies have shown that Kulfi and Ice Cream use his 60% of all pistachios and nuts and are served roasted and salted.
One of the many health benefits of this dried fruit is lowering blood cholesterol levels in humans.
E is also found in seeds and has many benefits, including a healthy antioxidant for skin cells.
Iran currently leads the list with 472,097 tonnes of quality production.
Iranian pistachios stand out from their rivals thanks to a number of advantages.
Customers have more options thanks to four main business types.
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Iranian pistachios are famous for their unique flavor.
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The superior flavor of Iranian pistachios is enhanced by roasting them at higher temperatures due to their high unsaturated oil content.
Roasting at high temperatures eliminates the possibility of bacterial contamination in the ingredients.
Here are the top five benefits of Iranian pistachios: Varieties There are many varieties (varieties) of Iranian pistachios.
The next four with the last two rising are Fandoghi (40% of pistachios), Kalleh-Ghouchi (20%), Akbari (15%) and Ahmad-Aghaei (12%).
Each type has a unique quality and flavor.
Higher kernel-to-shell ratio Iranian pistachios have a higher kernel-to-shell ratio, so for every pound of pistachios you buy, you get more edible kernels.
Roastability Iranian pistachios can be roasted at temperatures between 160 and 180 °C due to their high unsaturated oil content (hot air temperature).
A thorough roasting process removes active micro-organisms while bringing out the unique nutty flavor.
Flavor Customers around the world consistently prefer the flavor of Iranian pistachios.
Iranian pistachios come in four commercial types, each with its own flavor.
Iranian pistachios offer an unparalleled flavor combination that allows consumer choice and versatility in this regard.
Marketability Iran's abundance of pistachio producers, consumers, exporters and importers creates ideal market conditions for competition.
As a result, those involved in the trade of Iranian pistachios have access to fairer business opportunities.
Without perfect competition, markets can be subject to price fixing and market manipulation by powerful companies.
The United States currently ranks second on the list with the production of 231,000 tons.
Imported pistachios became popular in the United States around the 1880s, especially among immigrants from the Middle East.
The idea of an American pistachio industry was taking shape after years of testing.
As news of the new crop spread, plants appeared in Arizona and New Mexico and throughout California in the 1960s.
Iranian and American pistachios are very similar, but American pistachios differ slightly in size, quality, and quality.
California Pistachios
California produces nearly all of the pistachios consumed in the United States.
In 2020, 1.05 billion pounds of pistachios were produced on his 372,000 acres, bringing significant sales to the US pistachio industry.
Most pistachios are sold in the shell.
Only £180m of pistachios in shell were sold in 2020 compared to £865m of pistachios in the shell (NASS 2021).
Unsalted roasted almonds are commonly served as a snack at home.
A small portion of nuts are used as an ingredient in candies, baked goods, ice cream, confectionery, and flavorings.
It can also be used in sauces, stews, and other dishes.
Nutritionally, a 2-ounce serving contains 12 grams of protein, which is more than a similarly sized cooked halibut.
It also contains 570 milligrams of potassium, more than a banana.
Value Added Products Pistachio paste and oil export and ethnic markets are growing.
Pistachios are sold in a variety of shapes and sizes, from snack packs to bulk, and for a variety of uses, making package design an important factor in the industry.
From the trees, the pistachios are mechanically shaken and then taken to a processing facility where they are shelled and dried.
According to the American Pistachio Growers Association, 13 farms have on-site pistachio processing facilities.
Pistachios must be processed within 12-24 hours after harvest, so growers should have access to nearby processing facilities.
To effectively meet expected future demand, the sector needs to establish processing facilities and/or joint processing facilities.
With 24% of the world's pistachio production and exports, the United States is the second largest producer and exporter after Iran.
Hong Kong was the main export destination for pistachios, followed by Belgium.
Most of the exports to Hong Kong go to China, which has increased the demand for this product in baked goods and sweets.
Canada, the Netherlands, and China are important markets for pistachios in the United States.
The world's largest producer and exporter of pistachios is the United States.
In 2018, approximately 450,000 tons of pistachios were produced in the United States.
The United States produces 47% of the world's crops, followed by Iran (27%), Turkey (20%) and Turkey (27%).
The United States is the world's leading exporter of pistachios, with approximately 70% of its production exported to other countries.
In 2018, US pistachio exports totaled 193,000 tonnes, representing 50% of world exports.
However, this large share of world exports is largely due to Iran's very modest crop, given that the United States has held an average share of 36% over the past five years.
China (including Hong Kong at 42%) was the main market for pistachios produced in the US and Germany (10%).
The majority of US exports (nearly 96%) are shelled pistachios.
The European Union imports about one-third of the pistachios exported from the United States.
Exports from the United States to the European Union have been steadily increasing, reaching 64,000 tons in 2018.
Germany is the leading destination for European exports, accounting for 30% of this total, followed by Belgium (27%) and the Netherlands (14%).
Germany is also the fastest growing market for pistachios in the United States.
US shipments to Germany more than quadrupled in five years, from 8,600 tons in 2014 to about 19,000 tons in 2018.
California produces 98% of the country's pistachios, with the remaining 2% of him grown in Arizona, New Mexico, and western Texas.
Kerman varieties account for almost all (99%) of the total pistachio production.
Fully automated harvesting takes place from late August to early October.
Currently, there is an estimated pistachio production area of over 125,000 hectares in the United States, with an average of 6,000 hectares of land planted with pistachio plants each year, and production is increasing.
The American Pistachio Growers Association brings together American growers to maintain their dominance in the pistachio supply (APG).
APG invests heavily in research and development to improve pistachio yield, quality and production methods.
APG also supports clinical health research initiatives to promote pistachio consumption globally.
The USDA actively supports APG's export marketing efforts.
The APG Market Access Program (in conjunction with Cal-Pure Produce) will provide $1.7 million annually in financing for export marketing initiatives.