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Round Pistachio (Fandoghi): These are the primary product for export. Available in sizes 26-28, 28-30, 30-32 Order
Long Pistachio (Akbari): These are the most expensive and traditional. Available in sizes 20-22, 22-24 Order
Long Pistachio (Ahmad aghaee): These are a favorite amongst people in Eastern Asia. Available in sizes 22-24, 24-26 Order
Long Pistachio (Badami): The shape of its kernel is similar to that of the almond. Available in sizes 24-26, 26-28, 28-30 Order
Jumbo Pistachio (Kale ghuchi): This kind is broad with an opened mouth. Available in sizes 18-20, 20-22, 22-24, 24-26 Order
Natural Pistachio kernel (red and cream color): These are shelled from closed pistachios. Order
Green kernel Pistachio: Green kernel Pistachio: This kind is used to add flavor and/or green coloring to ice cream, cookies and other cuisine. Order
Roasted and Salted Pistachio: These boast a very favorable taste. Order
Roasted and Unsalted Pistachio: These are quite suitable for individuals who are on a salt free diet. Order
We can also prepare all kinds of pistachios in the following grades:

Grades of pistachios
AAA: ~95% whole + 5% split.
AA: ~90% whole + 10% split.
A: ~85% whole + 15% split.
C: ~70% whole + 30% split.

The History of the Pistachio
Documents and research have shown that the origin of pistachio trees lies in the North-east of Iran. For
5000 years people have been eating pistachios. Historic records claim that the queen of Sheba herself,
demanded all of the Assyrian pistachios for her court.

The Botany of the Pistachio
The pistachio belongs to the Ancardiaceae family. Pistachio trees usually grow up to 8 meters tall. These
trees can tolerate different extremes in temperature: up to 45°C and lower than 25°C. Pistachio trees are
second (after the date palm) which can survive for long periods of time without water. Their roots reach
deep into the soil to find water. Depending on the environment in which the tree is planted, a pistachio tree
will start to fruit between 7 to 10 years after being planted and continue to live and fruit for about 80 to 100
years.

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The Nutritional Value of Pistachios
100 grams of the edible part of a pistachio contains about 600 calories and is 53% fat, 21% protein, 18%
carbohydrates, 2.2% fiber, and no cholesterol.

Pistachio global export
The statistics of Iranian pistachio exports, according to the Customs Organization of Iran, are shown below
(values are in thousands of dollars):

Note: Statistics are from March of each year.

According to FAO statistics (2004), Iran is the number one exporter of pistachios in recent years and Iranian pistachios exported to many countries.

This graph is based on
FAO statistics,  shows the
percentage of Iranian
pistachio exports in the
global market.

Dark Raisins: This kind is prepared by drying the fruit in full sun and results in a dark color. Order
Golden Raisins: This kind is oven-dried and then sulfur is added to preserve its color. Order
Sultana Raisins: This kind is brown and is the most popular variety. Order
Green Raisins: This kind is naturally green, but sulfur is added to bring out a brighter color. Order

The history of raisin
The raisin was discovered accidentally, many years before Christ. People ate grapes but did not know that if they were to dry the grape, it would become this useful and delicious dried fruit called the raisin. Historians claim that the Phoenicians and Armenians were the first nations to produce raisins. Phoenicians established vineyards in Spain and Greece that were fitting for cultivating raisins and the Armenians established their vineyards in Iran, Turkey and Iraq. The Greeks and Romans had a high demand for raisins and then other countries started to use raisins as well.

Botany of the grape
The grape is from the vitaceae family and has more than 800 varieties. The most common variety of grape is the vinifera. Grapes can be different colors, such as green, red, purple and yellow. Grapes can be eaten plain or processed into raisins, fruit juice and marmalade.

The nutritional value of raisins
100 grams of raisins contains about 300 calories and is composed of approximately 75% carbohydrates, 5.3% fiber, 2.8% protein, 0-4% fat and is rich in potassium

Uses of raisins
Raisins are eaten as choice food and used in many productions for flavor in bread, cake, sweets, and wine.

Global trade in raisins
The statistics of Iranian raisin exports, according to the Customs Organization of Iran, are shown below (values are in millions of dollars):

Note: Statistics are from March of each year.

According to FAO statistics (2004), Iran is one of the major exporters of raisins in recent years and Iranian raisins are exported to many countries.

This graph, based on FAO
statistics, shows the
five major raisin
producing countries
and their estimated
percentage of production.

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Dates according to physical and chemical criteria are graded. Physical conditions include size, form, color and chemical conditions include percent of moisture.

Sayer dates: This semi dried date grows in Khuzestan state and has dark brown color. This kind available in pitted or un pitted form and according to quantity of pieces in Kg sayer dates divide to three categories. EC are the biggest customers for this kind.

Zahedi dates: This dried date grows in Fars and Bushehr states and half of it has light brown color and other half has yellow color. This kind is very suitable for industrial purpose. Pakistan and Bangladesh buy zahedi for eating. According to quantity of pieces in Kg zahedi dates divide to three categories.

Kind of Zahedi Number Large <130 Medium 131-170 Small >171

Piarom dates: This semi dried date grows in Hormozgan state and has dark brown color. According to quantity of pieces in Kg piarom dates divide to two categories. Recently EC buy this kind in large amount.

Kind of Piarom Number Large 120 Medium 150

Mazafati dates: This fresh date grows in Kerman states and same kind of it grows in Fars and Sistan states. Mazafati color is dark and very delicious. Indian and recently east European countries buy Mazafati for eating. According to quantity of pieces in Kg mazafati dates divide to three categories.

Kind of Mazafati Number Large <90 Medium 91-110 Small >111

Kabkab dates: This fresh date grows in Bushehr state and color of it dark. Russian and east European countries buy kabkab for eating. According to quantity of pieces in Kg kabkab dates divide to three categories

Kind of Kabkab Number Large <90 Medium 91-110 Small >110