AKBARI OR SUPER LONG PISTACHIOS

PISTACHIO PLANT

Pistachio is a member of the cashew family, a small tree originating from Central Asia and the Middle East. The tree produces seeds that are widely consumed as food.

IRAN

Iran is universally known for producing some of the best quality pistachios in the world. This quality can be directly attributed to the sunny weather of this country, which follows the average cold and rainy winters.

Akbari Pistachio is the longest type compare to all the other commercial pistachios from Iran which are well known by the traders in the world.

It has a large fruit in almond shape.

Akbari harvesting time is around late September.

From every 100 grams of dried fruit (nut with shell) 55 to 54 grams of nut is available.

The protein content of the nut is 6.19% and its fat content is 2.53%. In terms of biennial bearing, it is average.

It is the newest commercial variety and its very popular with the farmers, that is because of high yield and its shorter time to reach production.

Pistachios are a great source of protein, antioxidants, vitamin B6, potassium and healthy fats.

Packaging: 10kg | 25kg | 50kg

Sizes (pcs/oz): 18/20 – 20/22 – 22/24 – 24/26

Specifications: Max 5% moisture, Max 3% C/M, Max 3% small pieces, Max 3.5 % semi-open

Packing:

The regular packing is 50 kg plastic sack and particular packing is 25 kg plastic sack. 10 and 12.5 kg cartons are also available based on the customer order.

Types Available:               

 Natural Pistachio

Closed Pistachio

Mechanically Opened Pistachio

Roasted Pistachio

Roasted and Salted Pistachio

Roasted and Salted Pistachio with added lime

Roasted and Salted Pistachio with added Lime and Saffron