iran pistachio

total of 320,000 tons of pistachios have been produced in Iran since the beginning of the current Iranian year (March 21), an Agriculture Ministry official said. Kerman Province is a top pistachio-producing province with 100,000 tons of output so far this year, followed by Khorasan Razavi, Yazd, Fars, South Khorasan, Semnan, Markazi and Qom,” Darab Hassani was also quoted as saying by ILNA.

Iran is the world’s top pistachio exporter.

Iran’s annual domestic demand for pistachio amounts to 35,000-45,000 tons, accounting for 20% of the total output. On average, Iran exports 80% of its total pistachio yields, of which 80% go to only 10 countries. Germany, Afghanistan, the UAE, Bahrain, Jordan, Canada, China, the Czech Republic, India, Iraq, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan are the main buyers of Iranian pistachio.

Round Pistachio | Fandoghi Pistachio

the Round Pistachio | Fandoghi Pistachio : This type of Pistachio is the least expensive type among all the pistachios. The reason why its price is lower than other types is because of its shape and high production volume in addition to low domestic demand. So, Round Fandoghi Pistachio forms most of the volume of pistachio export from Iran. The color of the Round Pistachio shell is naturally light cream. Also, it has the greenest kernel. Therefore, the greenness of its kernel and the reasonable price is the reason why producers mostly use Fandoghi to produce GPPK.

The harvest season for new crop is late September until Mid- October each year. So, we suggest booking your order for the new crop and contact us in the first weeks of September.

Our Pistachio customers are from all over the world

Iran Dried Fruit Company is a wholesaler, manufacturer (producer), supplier, and exporter of Pistachios, we supply below sizes of Round Pistachios:

28-30 pieces/ounce (pcs/oz)
30-32 pieces/ounce (pcs/oz)
32-34 pieces/ounce (pcs/oz)

we can offer all the above sizes in three forms:

Raw
Roasted and Salted
Roasted and Salted with lemon and saffron flavored
Only Roasted no salt
Salt Powdered

Producers categorize pistachios in two different types as well which is more technical:

Naturally Open Pistachios: pistachios grow on trees. if farmers leave the pistachios on the tree so that their kernels grow to crack open the hard shell, it will be naturally opened without any outside force. So, in other words, the shell opens on its own as the pistachio nut grows. This type is more expensive than the Mechanically opened pistachios.
Mechanically Opened Pistachios: if the farmers harvest the pistachios before their kernels mature enough to crack open the shells, their shell is closed. As a result, the kernels of this type are smaller than the first category. Then, producers with the help of machines and some Technics, open the shells mechanically.

To Clarify, Our Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) for Round Pistachio | Fandoghi Pistachio is 3-5 Ton based on the chosen transportation form.

Packing weights, we supply are as below:

- 50 kg Sack
- 25 kg Sack
- other packing types could be arranged per customer`s request

Round Round Pistachio | Fandoghi Pistachio can be loaded and shipped in 20 ft. and 40 ft. Dry containers. For your information the loading capacity of containers:

20 ft. Container: up to 13 Tons
40 ft. Container: up to 25 Tons

Shelf life: One year after the production date.

Keeping condition: Users can keep these pistachios at room temperature which has good air ventilation and it is free of dust. However, In our professional opinion, it is better to keep them in the Refrigerator which is cool (below 5 Centigrade) and dry with proper air ventilation.

Production Time: It depends on your needed quantity. So, It can vary between 15-25 working days.

Iranian Jumbo Pistachio | Kale Ghuchi Pistachio

Iranian Jumbo Pistachio | Kale Ghuchi Pistachio : This type of Pistachio is the most delicious type among all the pistachios. The reason why it is tastier than the other type of pistachio is that it is fattier. The color of the Jumbo Pistachio shell is naturally light cream. As it is clear from its name, it has one of the largest kernels and producers categorize it as extra-large pistachio. This type of pistachio (Iranian Jumbo Pistachio | Kale Ghuchi Pistachio) is most similar to California pistachios. Also. it is one of the high demand pistachios in Iran`s Market.

The name “Kaleghouchi” in Farsi means the head of the animal Ovis Orientalis. Because this pistachio looks like the rams head.

A normal sort of Kaleghouchi pistachio:

up to 7% moisture
Max 2% close mouth pistachios
Max 2.5% Semi-open pistachios

The harvest season for new crop is late September until Mid- October each year. So, we suggest booking your order for the new crop and contact us in the first weeks of September.

Our Pistachio customers are from all over the world. Such as Malaysia, India, China, United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong, Singapore, Ukraine, Germany, Switzerland, Russia, etc. They import pistachios in shell mostly for direct use and mixing it with other nuts.

Iran Dried Fruit Company is a wholesaler, manufacturer (producer), supplier, and exporter of Pistachios. We supply below sizes of Jumbo Pistachios:

20-22 pieces/ounce (pcs/oz)
22-24 pieces/ounce (pcs/oz)
24-26 pieces/ounce (pcs/oz)

We can offer all the above sizes in five forms:

Raw
Roasted and Salted
Roasted and Salted with lemon and saffron flavored
Only Roasted no salt
Salt Powdered

Producers categorize pistachios in two different types as well which is more technical:

Naturally Open Pistachios: pistachios grow on trees. If farmers leave the pistachios on the tree so that their kernels grow enough to crack open the hard shell, it will be naturally opened. In other words without any outside force. So, in other words, the shell opens on its own as the pistachio nut grows. This type is more expensive than the Mechanically opened pistachios.
Mechanically Opened Pistachios: if the farmers harvest the pistachios before their kernels mature enough to crack open the shells, their shell is closed. As a result, the kernels of this type are smaller than the first category. Then, producers with the help of machines and some Technics, open the shells mechanically.

We can supply 100% natural pistachios, or 100% mechanical pistachios. Also we can supply a combination of both. it depends on the customer`s inquiry.

To Clarify, Our Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) for Kaleghouchi Pistachios is 3-5 Tons. It depends on the transportation form the customer chooses.

Packing weights, we supply are as below:

50 kg Sack
25 kg Sack
we can arrange other packing types per customer`s request

Exporters can load and ship Iranian Jumbo Pistachio | Kale Ghuchi Pistachio in 20 ft. and 40 ft. Dry containers. For your information we mentioned the loading capacity of containers as below:

20 ft. Container: up to 13 Tons
40 ft. Container: up to 25 Tons

Shelf life: One year after the production date.

Keeping condition: Users can keep these pistachios at room temperature. A room which has good air ventilation and it is free of dust. However, In our professional opinion, it is better to keep them in the Refrigerator which is cool (below 5 Centigrade) and dry with proper air ventilation.

Production Time: It depends on your needed quantity and packing type. So, It can vary between 15-25 working days.

Ahmad Aghaei Pistachio ( Long iranian Pistachios ) | iran dried fruit

Ahmad Aghaei Pistachio ( Long iranian Pistachios ) : This type of Pistachio (Long Ahmad Aghaei Pistachio) is one of the popular types. The reason why it is popular than the other type of pistachio is that it has the lightest shell color. The color of the Pistachio shell is naturally light cream. However, Ahmadaghaie shell is brighter than the other types. As it is clear from its name, it is one of the long shape types of pistachios.

—! Ahmad Aghaei Pistachio ( Long iranian Pistachios ) !—

Ahmad Aghaei Pistachio ( Long iranian Pistachios ) : This type of Pistachio (Long Ahmad Aghaei Pistachio) is one of the popular types. The reason why it is popular than the other type of pistachio is that it has the lightest shell color. The color of the Pistachio shell is naturally light cream. However, Ahmadaghaie shell is brighter than the other types. As it is clear from its name, it is one of the long shape types of pistachios.

A normal sort of Ahmadaghaee pistachio:

up to 7% moisture
Max 2% close mouth pistachios
Max 2.5% Semi-open pistachios

The tree of this pistachio starts blooming in the first weeks of April. The harvest season for new crop is late September until Mid- October each year. So, we suggest booking your order for the new crop and contact us in the first weeks of September.

Iran Dried Fruit Company is a wholesaler, manufacturer (producer), supplier, and exporter of Pistachios. We supply below sizes of Long Pistachios:

24-26 pieces/ounce (pcs/oz)
26-28 pieces/ounce (pcs/oz)
28-30 pieces/ounce (pcs/oz)
30-32 pieces/ounce (pcs/oz)

We can offer all the above sizes in five forms:

Raw
Roasted and Salted
Roasted and Salted with lemon and saffron flavored
Only Roasted no salt
Salt Powdered

Producers categorize pistachios in two different types as well which is more technical:

Naturally Open Pistachios: pistachios grow on trees. If farmers leave the pistachios on the tree so that their kernels grow enough to crack open the hard shell, it will be naturally opened. In other words without any outside force. So, in other words, the shell opens on its own as the pistachio nut grows. This type is more expensive than the Mechanically opened pistachios.
Mechanically Opened Pistachios: if the farmers harvest the pistachios before their kernels mature enough to crack open the shells, their shell is closed. As a result, the kernels of this type are smaller than the first category. Then, producers with the help of machines and some Technics, open the shells mechanically.

We can supply 100% natural pistachios, or 100% mechanical pistachios. Also, we can supply a combination of both. it depends on the customer`s inquiry.

To Clarify, Our Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) for Ahmad Aghaei Pistachio ( Long iranian Pistachios ) is 3-5 Tons. It depends on the transportation form the customer chooses.

Packing weights, we supply are as below:

50 kg Sack
25 kg Sack
we can arrange other packing types per customer`s request

Exporters can load and ship Ahmad Aghaei Pistachio ( Long iranian Pistachios ) in 20 ft. and 40 ft. Dry containers. For your information we mentioned the loading capacity of containers as below:

20 ft. Container: up to 13 Tons
40 ft. Container: up to 25 Tons

Shelf life: One year after the production date.

Production Time: It depends on your needed quantity and packing type. So, It can vary between 15-25 working days.

Pistachio Akbari | Super Long type for export only

Super Long Pistachio Akbari : Another name for Long Akbari Pistachio is Super Long Pistachio. This name is based on the shape of the pistachio. This type of Pistachio is the most expensive and the oldest pistachio type in Iran. The reason why this type is more expensive than others, its that this type is bigger than other pistachio types, even bigger than Jumbo Pistachio. The local demand for this pistachio is extremely high because of the form of this pistachio.

The color of the Pistachio shell is naturally light cream. However, the Akbari shell is darker than the other types and it is closer to cream. Also, it has natural brownish spots on the shell. As it is clear from its name, it is one of the long shape types of pistachios.

A normal sort of Pistachio Akbari | Super Long type :

up to 7% moisture
Max 2% close mouth pistachios
Max 2.5% Semi-open pistachios

Iran Dried Fruit Company is a wholesaler, manufacturer (producer), supplier, and exporter of Pistachios. We supply below sizes of Long Pistachios:

20-22 pieces/ounce (pcs/oz)
22-24 pieces/ounce (pcs/oz)
24-26 pieces/ounce (pcs/oz)

We can offer all the above sizes in five forms:

Raw
Roasted and Salted
Roasted and Salted with lemon and saffron flavored
Only Roasted no salt
Salt Powdered

Producers categorize pistachios in two different types as well which is more technical:

Naturally Open Pistachios: pistachios grow on trees. If farmers leave the pistachios on the tree so that their kernels grow enough to crack open the hard shell, it will be naturally opened. In other words without any outside force. So, in other words, the shell opens on its own as the pistachio nut grows. This type is more expensive than the Mechanically opened pistachios.
Mechanically Opened Pistachios: if the farmers harvest the pistachios before their kernels mature enough to crack open the shells, their shell is closed. As a result, the kernels of this type are smaller than the first category. Then, producers with the help of machines and some Technics, open the shells mechanically.

We can supply 100% natural pistachios, or 100% mechanical pistachios. Also, we can supply a combination of both. it depends on the customer`s inquiry.

To Clarify, Our Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) for Pistachio Akbari | Super Long type is 3-5 Tons. It depends on the transportation form the customer chooses.

Packing weights, we supply are as below:

50 kg Sack
25 kg Sack
we can arrange other packing types per customer`s request

Exporters can load and ship Pistachio Akbari | Super Long type in 20 ft. and 40 ft. Dry containers. For your information we mentioned the loading capacity of containers as below:

20 ft. Container: up to 13 Tons
40 ft. Container: up to 25 Tons

Shelf life: One year after the production date.

Production Time: It depends on your needed quantity and packing type. So, It can vary between 15-25 working days.

Pistachio Kernel

Producers make Pistachio Kernel from all types of Pistachios. A quality factor for kernels is their sizes. The more the color of the kernel`s second skin is violet and sharp the more it is popular among users. Higher the level of fat in pistachio kernels the tastier it is. Another interesting fact about pistachios without shell is that as the kernel size grows the color of kernel tends to more yellow-ish. So, if the kernel is premature its color is more green.

Pistachio Kernel

Our Pistachio Kernel customers are from all over the world. Such as Malaysia, India, China, United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong, Singapore, Ukraine, Germany, Switzerland, Russia, etc.

They import pistachios without shell is mostly for below uses:

Confectionery
Bakery and Pastry
Snacks and Power Bars
Ice Cream making
Chocolate Making
Bologna Making

Iran Dried Fruit Company is a wholesaler, manufacturer (producer), supplier, and exporter of Pistachios. We supply below Grades Pistachio Kernels:

Round Pistachio Kernel from Round Fanfoghi Pistachio, this type is more popular because of the competitive price.
Jumbo Pistachio Kernel from Jumbo Kaleghouchi pistachio
Long Pistachio Kernel, from Long Ahmadaghaee (Ahmad Aghaei) Pistachio or from Long Akbari Pistachio

There are two ways to make pistachio kernels:

Machine: the result of the machining process has 10 to 15% waste
by the operator, the waste rate is way lower than the machining process. It is about 3 to 7% of waste. Although this process has less waste rate, it is much more expensive than the first method of making kernels.

Normally, about 450 to 520 gr kernels are made from 1 kg of pistachios. If the ratio is not in this range, it will not be economic. The reason why it will not be economic for the customer is that is if a pistachio type has a kernel that is bigger 52 gr, the process of making pistachio kernels will be more expensive than buying the pistachio itself.

To Clarify, Our Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) for Pistachio Kernel is 1-3 Tons. It depends on the transportation form the customer chooses.

Packing weights, we supply are as below:

10 kg Carton
we can arrange other packing types per customer`s request

Exporters can load and ship Pistachio Kernel in 20 ft. and 40 ft. Dry containers. For your information we mentioned the loading capacity of containers as below:

20 ft. Container: up to 13 Tons
40 ft. Container: up to 25 Tons

Shelf life: One year after the production date.

Production Time: It depends on your needed quantity and packing type. So, It can vary between 15-25 working days.

For the Specification Report of Pistachio Kernel, please Contact Us. Also, please contact us if you have any questions regarding Pistachios without the shell.