California's pistachio production and exports have both increased, while exports to China have significantly declined.

Published Dec 18, 2025

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Core tip: From September to November each year, the pistachio orchards in California's Central Valley in the United States enter their peak harvest season. According to industry data estimates from the U.S. Pistachio Growers Association, the U.S. pistachio production for the 2025 season is expected to reach between 680,000 and 770,000 tons, a significant increase of up to 12% compared to the average production of 590,000 tons in the 2023 and 2024 seasons. California pistachios, thanks to their drought-resistant characteristics and high economic value, have seen a continuous expansion in planting area over the past decade, making them the region's sixth largest agricultural product, with a value surpassing that of traditional crops such as strawberries and tomatoes.

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The increase in production is directly reflected in the inventory data. As of October 31, California's adjusted total inventory reached 698,591.78 tons, up 30.64% from the same period last year's 534,762.09 tons; the unadjusted total inventory climbed to a historical high of 764,667.90 tons, with a year-on-year increase of 30.2%. The high inventory is partly due to the substantial carryover inventory from the 2024 crop season and partly due to the bumper harvest of 712,694.19 tons in the early 2025 crop season, providing ample assurance for global supply. In the two months leading up to the new crop season, California's pistachio exports surged significantly. As of the end of October, the cumulative export volume for this crop season reached 69,391.85 tons, a year-on-year increase of 27.5%, making it the core driving force behind the total shipment volume growth of 21.4%. This growth is primarily driven by the explosive demand from emerging markets in Asia, while adjustments in ...

Source: Foodmate