Iran is known as one of the major centers of pistachio production and export in the world. In Iran, Rafsanjan County, with the largest area under pistachio cultivation, is also one of the most profitable counties in Iran in this field. It has not only brought high profitability to the country, but has also been able to provide the gardeners of this city with sufficient profits from their gardening.
Pistachio is one of the delicious varieties of Iranian nuts. The famous Greek historian Herodotus mentioned Iranian pistachio in his writings. The pistachio tree has a long history in Iran, and some documents mention its cultivation four thousand years ago. This plant first grew wild in the northeastern regions of Iran. Currently, Iran has 360,000 hectares of pistachio orchards, from which about 300,000 tons of pistachios are harvested annually. Rafsanjan County in Kerman Province is the origin of Iranian pistachios. Kerman Province, with a total of more than 270,000 hectares of fertile and non-fertile orchards, produces 77 percent of the country's total crop and is considered the most important pistachio growing region in Iran and the world. Meanwhile, other pistachio-growing provinces include Yazd, Khorasan, Fars, Semnan, Sistan and Baluchestan, Qazvin, Markazi, Isfahan, and Qom, which account for the remaining 90,000 hectares. With the start of pistachio exports about 70 years ago, it has gained special economic and commercial value. This product constitutes 9% of the country's non-oil exports and plays an important role in the country's economic prosperity.
Iranian pistachios, the best pistachios in the world
Pistachios are one of the warm-season fruits that have their own customers all over the world. Iranian pistachios is placed in the first rank in the world in quality and taste, and other countries rank is placed after Iran. The most important reason for the quality of Iranian pistachios should be considered the altitude of the Iranian pistachio regions above sea level.
The United States is placed first in pistachio production, Iran ranks is second, and Turkey ranks is third in the world in pistachio production. It is interesting to know that more than 90 species of pistachios are produced in Iran, some of which are cultivated extensively and commercially, and some are cultivated sporadically and in limited quantities. The main Iranian pistachio varieties are Kaleh Ghochi, Akbari, Ahmad Aghaei, and Fandoghi. Different pistachio varieties have differences in terms of flowering time and can be divided into three categories: early flowering, medium flowering, and late flowering. The flowering time of different varieties is affected by environmental conditions, including the climate of the region, nutrition, fertilization, irrigation, and soil texture.
The best types of pistachios in Iran
If we want to introduce the best type of pistachio in Iran, Akbari pistachio is definitely the priority. After that, Ahmad Aghaei pistachio, Kaleh Ghochi and Fandoghi are considered the best types of Iranian pistachios. Each of these pistachios has special characteristics that can be the best option.
Akbari pistachio is the best Iranian pistachio which is exported in a large volume; the seedlings of this pistachio are grown in the city of Rafsanjan. The Akbari pistachio seed is elongated, has a large kernel, and its color is a combination of green and brown purple. The taste and aroma of Akbari pistachio are very pleasant and have a high percentage of open-mouthed; for this reasons, it is considered the best pistachio in Iran.
The second type of pistachio known as the best type of pistachio in Iran is Ahmad Aghaei pistachio; this type of nut has a sweet and unique taste and its appearance looks quite stylish. Its color combination is red and green. For this reason, it will be the best option for a luxurious reception. This type of pistachio is also often sold as an export product to other countries.
Kaleh Ghochi pistachio, which you may also know as Haj Sharifi pistachio, is among the best pistachios in Iran. The light skin and red kernel are the visual characteristics of Kaleh Ghochi pistachio. This type of pistachio has a large and relatively round kernel. This feature makes it easier to distinguish it from Akbari and Ahmad Aghaei pistachios. Although Kaleh Ghochi pistachio is mainly used in the confectionery industry, but the high-quality type of Kaleh Ghochi is exported.
Differences between the best Iranian pistachio varieties
The most obvious difference between the best Iranian pistachio varieties is their appearance. For example, Akbari and Ahmad Aghaei pistachio, which have the highest export ranking, are tall and elongated. Their kernels have a combination of red, green, brown and purple colors, which, combined with the yellow color of their hard shell, create an attractive appearance! The percentage of open-mouthed pistachio in Akbari and Ahmad Aghaei types is high. Although the size of Akbari pistachio seeds usually seems larger than Ahmad Aghaei.
In contrast, Kale Ghochi pistachio is relatively round and has large seeds. In terms of taste, Kale Ghochi pistachio kernels will be an excellent option for food production due to their pleasant sweetness. Kale Ghochi pistachio seeds are green and light yellow in color, which are enclosed in a cream-colored shell. The number of Kale Ghochi pistachio seeds per kilogram is less than other varieties.
The best Iranian pistachios for home and business use
For your luxurious parties, you can choose Akbari and Ahmad Aghaei pistachios. But for preparing desserts, salads and any type of food, Kaleh Ghuchi pistachio kernels are considered an ideal option due to their sweet kernels. Of course, Ahmad Aghaei pistachio kernels also have a desirable fat content, which gives a wonderful taste to desserts and food. So you can choose any of these items based on your taste.
But for sale and export, Ahmad Aghaei and Akbari pistachios are definitely the best types. Because in many countries, including European countries, both types of pistachios have many fans due to their pleasant taste and beautiful appearance.
Comparing price and quality for Iranian pistachios
The price of the best Iranian pistachios is determined based on their appearance and taste. The larger and tastier the pistachios are, the more expensive they are. For example, the price of Akbari pistachios is higher compared to the price of other types of pistachios. After that Ahmad Aghaei and Kaleh Ghochi pistachios have the highest price. Among the types of pistachios, the price of Fandoghi pistachios is the cheapest and buying it will be more economical for most people.
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