Which Country Is The Highest Producer Of Pistachios?


By Anshika Verma10, Mar 2025 11:50 AMjagranjosh.com

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What is Pistachios?

Pistachios are slightly sweet in taste and are a part of the cashew family. It is popular for promoting healthy gut bacteria.

Highest Producer Of Pistachios

The United States is known as the highest producer of pistachios with almost 90% of the total production.

Global market share

The United States produced more than 528,000 metric tons (MT) which was 70% of total pistachios in the year 2021.

Leading state in the US

California is a state in the United States that is popular as the leading producer of pistachio, the US has been a successful producer since 1976.

Other producing countries

Syria, Afghanistan, and Spain are some other pistachio producing countries in the world.

Scientific name

Pistacia vera is the scientific name of pistachio, it plays an important role in maintaining good health.

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