AKBARI PISTACHIO
Packaging: 10kg | 25kg | 50kg
It’s also available in 20-22, 22-24, 24-26 sizes.
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Specifications of Akbari Pistachio (Super Long Pistachio)
Pistachios, which many of us have known and loved, are the delicious tree nut, Pistachios were popular for thousands of years in Middle East where they grow and nowadays, they have spread throughout the world and are used in all sorts of different cuisines and dishes, from entrees to desserts like ice cream.
Pistachio is known as the “smiling nut” in Iran and the “happy nut” in China.
Pistachios are a great source of healthy fats, fiber, protein, antioxidants and various nutrients, including vitamin B6 and potassium.
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Shape | Long |
| Type | Naturally Opened |
| Flavor | Raw, Roasted, Roasted and Salted |
| Smell | Naturally pistachio’s aroma without foreign odor |
| Total Size | 18/20, 20/22, 22/24, 24/26, 26/28 |
| Regular Size | 22-24 |
| For raw pistachio | 5-7% |
| For Roasted & Salted pistachio | 2-3% |
| Shelf Life and Storage Condition | 24 month, Keep in cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight |
| Harvesting time | September & October |
| Chemical/Artificial Additives | No, completely natural and healthy, GMO Free, Gluten-Free |
| Packing type in bulk | 10kg Vacuumed carton, 25kg, 50kg pp bags |
| Consumer Packing | from 100g to 1000g in different kind of packing |
| OEM | Possible |
Applications
Pistachios used directly as a snack or mixed with other nuts; also they can be used as a great super healthy ingredient in foods recipes, confectionery, bakery, different desserts, Ice cream and etc. 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, it’s 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
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, it’s 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:
Farmers grow pistachios in provinces that have a proper climate for pistachios, such as Kerman, Khorasan, Yazd, Markazi or cities like Damghan.
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.
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. This type is most popular in Asian Countries especially Arab Countries.
We are 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.
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.
For the Specification Report of Long Akbari Pistachio, please Contact Us. Also, please contact us if you have any questions regarding Akbari Pistachio.
In the global market, Akbari pistachio cultivar is called “super long pistachio” and considered a luxury nut known as “king of tastes”. We adhere to the highest standards of production and manufacturing Akbari variety. Proudly, our capabilities are purposely customized to reach your exact requirements and specifications.
Akbar Besanjide known as Akbar Taj-Abadi introduced Akbari pistachio cultivar as a new pistachio variety during 1950-60 in Taj-Abad village located in Rafsanjan. He passed away in 2000 (God bless him).
Akbari cultivar has the highest commercial value among Iranian commercial pistachio cultivars. Furthermore, the highest 100-nut weight value is related to super long pistachios with 142.7 g., resulting in having large-sized marketable nuts. With having a greater salt-tolerance compared to Kale Ghouchi or Fandoghi, Akbari has the potential to cultivate in strict farmlands. Desirable characteristics including having well-formed elongated shape nuts that are easily separated from shells; large and flavorful kernel, make Akbari demanding pistachio cultivar throughout the world.
This cultivar has medium tree vigor and spreading growth habit. In another word, it is medium in height but the width of the tree canopy high. It presents stronger apical dominance compared to Ahmad Aghaei but weaker than Fandoghi. A comparison between Akbari and Ahmad Aghaei shows that the longitudinal growth in current-year shoots is faster for Akbari. In the following, internodes length is shorter and branches are thicker for Akbari. Furthermore, Akbari has more stretched and bigger flower buds than is observed for Ahmad Aghaei.
This cultivar has medium tree vigor and spreading growth habit. Indeed, it presents weak apical dominance compared to Fandoghi or Akbari cultivars. A comparison between Ahmad Aghaei and Akbari shows that the longitudinal growth in current-year shoots is slower for Ahmad Aghaei (long pistachio). In the following, internodes length is longer and branches are thinner for Ahmad Aghaei. Furthermore, the Iranian long pistachio has more spherical and smaller flower buds than is observed for Akbari.
Beginning to bloom, under Rafsanjan’s condition, is on 10 April and the full bloom stage is on 15 April. Indeed, among Iranian commercial pistachio varieties, it seems to be the most late-flowering cultivar. Consequently, the risk for spring frost damage is lower than the other cultivars. Overall, the blooming stage in Akbari variety lasts for 11 days.
Akbari produces a higher number of four-leaflet and five-leaflet compound leaves than Ahmad Aghaei ones. Besides, leaf size is larger and petioles length is longer than those in Akbari. It has a flattened spear-shaped terminal leaflet which is bigger than lateral leaflets.
The maturity date of super long pistachios is on 30 June and the ripening time is on 21 September that shows it is one of the latest-maturing varieties. The outer surface of the pistachio kernel is purple-brown in color and the inner section is light yellow.