Spain: The pistachio gains ground against other nuts

Published 2022년 10월 20일

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Spanish farmers are seeing a surge in demand for nuts, leading to increased production of pistachios and hazelnuts, while almond production is set to drop significantly due to adverse weather conditions. Pistachio cultivation in regions like Aragon and Castilla-La Mancha is becoming increasingly profitable, with easy irrigation needs and minimal disease issues. However, hazelnut production is facing challenges from pollination problems and April's frost, resulting in a decrease in yield. The almond sector is struggling with a sharp drop in production, leading to low prices and financial challenges for farmers.

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Nuts are gaining more and more importance in the Spanish countryside. With a growing trend in demand worldwide and with more and more importance given to different cuisines, they have become fashionable foods. Spanish farmers, aware of this boom and faced with the idea of profitability —now very scarce—, have increased their commitment to these products. Pistachio This dried fruit, which has been experiencing great development for a couple of years, presents itself as a great business opportunity for Spanish producers. Currently, in Aragon, 1,000 hectares are dedicated to this crop, but the new projects presented and the expectations point to a continued increase. A farmer can obtain an income of between 6,000 and 9,000 euros with an outlay that does not exceed 1,000 euros per hectare, which is why many producers see the pistachio as a more than viable alternative to their current crops. This dried fruit, which has been experiencing great development for a couple of years, ...

Source: Valencia Fruits