Ahmad Aghaei Pistachio, also known as Ahmad Aghaei Long Pistachio, is one of Iran’s most important Long Pistachio varieties and one of the most recognized products in the global pistachio trade. Due to its bright and light-colored shell, elongated shape, high percentage of naturally open shells, attractive kernel color, and pleasant taste, this variety holds a special position in export markets. The Iran Pistachio Association identifies Ahmad Aghaei as one of the four principal commercial pistachio varieties of Iran and attributes the expansion of its cultivated area to strong demand from export markets, particularly India.

Most Ahmad Aghaei Pistachio production takes place in Kerman Province, especially in Rafsanjan, Anar, Sirjan, Zarand, and Shahr-e Babak. In recent years, its cultivation has also expanded in Damghan and certain regions of Khorasan. This variety is commonly sorted into the export sizes 18/20, 20/22, 22/24, 24/26, and 26/28 Count per Ounce. Sizes 20/22 and 22/24 generally have the strongest demand in international markets. The lower the count, the larger the pistachio and the higher its commercial value.

YAR DIAMOND NUTS CO. prepares Ahmad Aghaei Pistachio for export after sampling and checking the naturally open-shell percentage, size grading, shell color, kernel yield, moisture, uniformity, aflatoxin level, and color sorting, in accordance with the buyer’s technical specifications. Due to its premium appearance and competitive price, this variety is one of the most demanded options for Iranian Pistachio Export, retail packaging, wholesale distribution, and food-processing industries. Its main export markets include China, India, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, GCC countries, Europe, and Arab markets.