Almond trees - Import export

Productinformation Actually, almonds are not really nuts – in a botanical sense they are stone fruits. Almonds are harvested around september and october, whereas in Australia they are ripe and ready around march and april. Once planted, almond trees need four to five years to be fully developed to make a good harvest. Around march almond trees are in full bloom: Having very sensible flowers, the beautiful almond trees can be easily destroyed by sudden frost. Origin Almonds are cultivated mainly in the US, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Greece, Morocco and Australia. The first almond trees were brought from Spain to America by franziscan monks – 200 years ago. The number of plantations increased fast – until today a big industry branch producing almonds is developing in the western region of the US.

"Iranian pearls The almond is the seed of the almond tree (Prunus dulcis) which originally grows in Iran, but nowadays is cultivated in many other places. The Cultivation of Almonds The industrial harvesting of almonds is done by shaking the almond trees with a machine, until the stone fruits fall to the ground. Then the stone fruits are collected, cleaned and further processed. The almond is often eaten raw or roasted, but is also an ingredient in various dishes. Almonds are available in many forms, such as whole almonds, almond granules and almond powder. Healthy Properties Almonds Almonds are rich in nutrients such as monounsaturated fats, magnesium, protein and vitamin E, as well as fiber and phytochemicals"

"Processing Almond flour The almond is the seed of the almond tree (Prunus dulcis). Almonds are harvested in August. Almond flour is made after the harvest from blanched and then grounded almonds. Healthy properties Almond flour This superfood is low in carbohydrates and rich in healthy fats, proteins, vitamins and minerals. In addition, the intake of almond flour ensures that you feel satisfied for longer, because it's full of proteins and fats. This way, almond flour can help you lose weight. Finally, almond flour contains a lot of vitamin E. This is an anti-oxidant that helps protect your body against free radicals. Application Almond Flour Almond flour is an excellent substitute for wheat flour and in many ways also healthier. Think of all the dishes for which you use wheat flour (such as pancakes, pies, cake, etc.). The taste is fairly neutral, but if you prepare your dishes with only almond flour, it might give your dish a slightly nutty s…"

Productinformation Harvesting of pistachio happens in the middle of september. Pistachio trees look very alike to almond trees, their female trees carry fruit after they have been fertilized through their male counterparts. The very first harvest of pistachio is then possible after seven years, and afterwards in a two-year-cycle. Around april pistachio trees are beginning to bloom. When the plant begins ripening, its pit is growing so fast, it will downright burst open its surrounding shell. Pistachio will be roasted in their shell and are traded salted. These tasty green pits are not only consumed as a snack, they can also be found in special types of sausages or on top of chocolate candy – as they are always a delicious addition. Origin Pistachio are cultivated over extended areas in Iran to Turkey and from Pakistan to India. The United States by now also have an enormous industry branch of producing pistachio.

almond oil is obtained from the ripe, paring free seeds of the almond tree Prunus. The tree belongs to the family of Rosaceae. The oil is obtained by cold pressing. Subsequently refined or it just stays natural. The dried almonds get squeezed after removing impurities and paring. After pressing, the oil stays for various days untouched so that slimy components are able to settle. These components get removed after filter pressing. The residuals of the filter pressing get sold as almond meal. It contains up to 10% fatty oil. 1 t almonds are needed to get about 400 l almond oil.