Global pistachio consumption reaches 1 million tons, and China's imports double

Iran’s production rebounded 70% to 180,000 tons, benefiting from improved planting conditions, after lower production in previous years due to frost and reduced precipitation. Exports almost doubled to 135,000 tons due to increased supply, with major export markets including China, India and the European Union. The United States’ production surged 70% to a record 676,000 tons due to a peak year for pistachio trees and increased fruit-bearing area. Its exports increased 48% to a record 435,000 tons, with major export markets including China, India and the European Union. Although domestic consumption also set a new record, ending stocks climbed to 105,000 tons. Turkey’s production fell 13% to 175,000 tons due to this year’s low production year. Although large fluctuations in production are normal, its production benefits from favorable growing conditions and increased planting area. The impact of the lower production on trade is limited because Turkey’s pistachio production is ...