Pistachio kernel is one of the four kernel nuts that has many properties for the body. These nuts are usually green and slightly sweet.  You can also prepare pistachio kernels raw.  In the following, we will examine the properties of pistachio kernels.

 Where can I get first-class pistachio kernels?

 Before we get into the uses and features of pistachio kernels, it should be noted that you can buy premium pistachio kernels from the Twin Brothers manufacturing and trading company under the TBCNuts brand in bulk and wholesale.  Pistachio nuts of Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company are prepared from the best and highest quality pistachio kernels and with full observance of hygienic principles.

 Appearance characteristics of pistachio kernel

 Pistachio kernels can come in a variety of colors, from yellow to shades of green.  Pistachio has its color and is a combination of green color, which is called pistachio kernel green.

 The main origin of the pistachio tree is from West Asia, and archaeologists believe that pistachios have been an important food since 7000 BC.  Pistachio kernels were imported to the United States in the mid-nineteenth century, and commercial production began in the 1970s.

 Pistachio kernels are available in both raw and roasted forms.  But the raw type has more properties.  The type of roasting that uses salt for roasting is very harmful to people with a history of heart disease.  Salt should be removed from the food basket altogether.  But we suggest you roast pistachios in a pan to get rid of raw pistachio germs.  And lightly fry to kill germs.

 Nutritional value of pistachio kernels

 Pistachios are rich in carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and amino acids.  Properties of pistachio kernels that contain essential vitamins, such as vitamin C, B6, A, K, thiamine, folate, choline, acid, and betaine.

 The most important uses of pistachio kernels

 Pistachio kernel is one of the most delicious foods that have many fans all over the world.  Its color has a different range that can be from yellow to green.  Pistachio kernels are used to make a variety of beverages, including smoothies, chocolates, and potions.  You can make an energy potion with pistachio kernels.  Pistachio kernels are very useful for children and athletes.  Be sure to give your child pistachios between meals.

 Use of pistachio kernels in sweets

 One of the uses of this dried fruit is in various confectioneries of the world.  In our country, this dried fruit is widely used in confectionery.  Pistachio baklava, pistachio bread, pistachio ice cream,  and Sohan pistachio are some of their famous types.

Use of pistachio kernels in foods

 A variety of delicious dishes are cooked with this product.  Among them, we can mention pistachio fesnjan, pistachio curd, various types of sausages, and yellow flakes.  It is also used to decorate foods such as pilaf.  In addition, it is used in various drinks and smoothies.  One of the most famous and delicious drinks is a concoction that is very tonic and energizing.

Medicinal properties of pistachio kernels

 Strengthens the mind and brain.  It is for calming and stopping coughing.  It is very useful for improving heart diseases and calming and strengthening the nerves.  It is very useful for treating female genital itching.  For people with anemia, pistachio kernels are very useful and are a blood-forming nut.

Use of pistachio kernels in cosmetics

 It is said that eating raw pistachio kernels is very useful for skin and hair health.  In addition, pistachio oil is also used in the production of cosmetics.

Pistachio slices and applications

 Pistachio sliced is a product that is prepared by separating the skin of the pistachio kernel and cutting it into thin slices.  The greener and more elongated your pistachio are, the better it is to cut.  The greener and more elongated your pistachio are, the better it is to cut.  So to prepare pistachio slices, always look for very green pistachios.

Where can I get first-class pistachio slices?

Before we get into how to prepare pistachio slices, it should be noted that you can buy ready-made and completely premium pistachio slices from the twin brothers manufacturing and trading company under the TBCNuts brand.  Pistachio slices of Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company are prepared from the best and highest quality pistachio slices and with full observance of hygienic principles.

What are the uses of sliced ​​pistachios?

Pistachio slices are a great condiment and decoration for a variety of foods, adding them makes your food very tasty and pleasant.  Pistachios can also be used in the following cases:

• To decorate a variety of ice cream and cakes
• Prepare rice pudding and porridge
• Decorate the jam
• Prepare ice cream through pistachios
• Rice decoration

 One of the main applications of pistachio slices in the production of traditional and modern ice cream.  Pistachio and almond slices used to make ice cream should have a good appearance and quality because they are usually used on the product and for decoration.

Quality of pistachio slices

Pistachio slices are obtained from pistachio kernels and the meaning of pistachio type is that pistachio kernels themselves are divided into two categories and pistachio slices are from freshly ripened pistachio kernels.  The most important factors in determining the quality of pistachio slices are the color and size of the slices.  Green and tall pistachio slices are considered the best quality and have the highest selling price.  Buying pistachio green slices and of course, the percentage of fat in pistachios are also important parameters.  Pistachio slices are one of the best and most expensive pistachio products and pistachios are exported all over the world in Iran due to their very green color, sufficient oil, and high-quality taste.

 Preservation of pistachio slices

Keep sliced ​​pistachios in a cool, dry place.  You can put the pistachio slices in a container in a package or a freezer bag and keep them in the refrigerator or freezer.

 The following sources are available in 100 grams of pistachio slices:

 Fat 54 g

 Calcium 130 mg

 Phosphorus 500 mg

 Iron 5.7 mg

 15 grams of starch

2.5 grams of water

20 grams of protein

Potassium 950 mg

Vitamin A230 unit

Vitamin B1 7 mg

Vitamin B3 5.1 mg

Sliced ​​Iranian green pistachios for export

Pistachio slice is one of the best pistachio export products in Iran, which is exported all over the world due to its very green color, sufficient oil, and first-class taste.  Since pistachio slices are one of the most expensive pistachio products, buying them costs a lot, so we need to know more about their features, quality, packaging, and storage conditions.  This product is known in Iran as one of the main products of pistachio, which is used for various purposes such as confectionery, food, and ice cream, as well as excessive exports to many countries.  You can buy this premium pistachio slice in bulk and wholesale from the Twin Brothers production and Trading Company with the TBCNuts brand.

High-quality pistachio slices

According to the same processes, pistachio slices are premium and well known, which are not as green, stretched, and broken as possible, free of any flowering skin of pistachio kernels and various wastes such as pistachio skin, metals, and wood. 

 When buying this product, you should pay attention to what percentage of pistachios are broken or softened, because most of the pistachio slices that are moved a lot are very soft at the bottom of the package, but even empty the packages and check them all again.  It hurts, so the best way is to know the quality of production in advance, and it is better to slice the pistachios that are produced at the time of ordering and delivered to the end customer immediately after production.

Pistachio sliced ​​export standard

Since pistachio slices are a luxury and expensive commodity, their domestic sales are usually not high, but one of its uses is exports.  Pistachio is used to decorate many sweets, foods, and also various foods, and because its production center is Iran, a high percentage of this product is exported to different countries annually and is one of the most profitable pistachio products.  It is very important to know the quality of this product for export and what standards should be considered for the export of green pistachios in Iran.

 It should be noted that the pistachio slices selected for export are fresh.  Because old products, in addition to health problems, in the presence of open-air as well as light and heat, quickly change color and have an unpleasant odor. 

This becomes clear when the cargo reaches its destination after a long period of transportation and storage and there is no way back.  Pistachio slices should have enough moisture, while this moisture should not be more than the allowable limit so as not to damage the actual weight of the load as well as the quality of the product.  The main reason for this is to maintain the apparent health of the cargo during customs and multiple shipments.

 Appropriate certificates for export must be prepared by the target country.  For example, European countries must obtain aflatoxin certification from reputable EU laboratories in Iran, and all customs standards are contained in shipping documents.  Failure to provide these documents and certificates is unacceptable for some countries, and immediately after the goods arrive at the customs of these countries, they are either returned or in some cases destroyed.  Packaging should be standard and in terms of quality have a positive effect on product durability and prevent parts from breaking.

Saffron is the brand name of flower stigmas with the scientific name of Crocus sativus L.  The stigma is the part of the female that is in the middle of the flower.  Saffron or red gold is an expensive food and its cultivation in the agricultural sector is a valuable business. 

One of the problems in trading and buying and selling saffron is recognizing its authenticity.  Of course, by selling counterfeit saffron, a lot of money is made by fraudsters.  It may be difficult for many buyers to distinguish genuine saffron from counterfeit saffron.

 No one wants to find out after spending a lot of money to buy saffron that what he bought was fake saffron.  By knowing the methods of distinguishing genuine saffron from counterfeit, you can prevent the profiteers from making a profit.

 The use of saffron for food preparation is due to its good color, aroma, and taste, which makes it taste good and results in better cooking of the desired food.  It may be possible to apply the color to food to some extent with the use of fake saffron, but apart from the external manifestations of using saffron such as aroma, taste, and color, one cannot expect the positive effects of eating fake saffron.  Saffron is joyful and can have a good effect on a person's mood, so be a pioneer in recognizing the original saffron.

By buying the original saffron without intermediaries and directly from the farmer, you can be 100% sure that the purchased saffron is the original and you can benefit from all its properties.  Twin Brothers Company eliminates your worries about buying bulk and major saffron by providing this.

  Original saffron

 From ancient times, Iran, Spain, India, and Greece have been pioneers in the cultivation of saffron and to this day have been able to maintain world trade in this valuable food.  The amount of coloring, the percentage of carotene that makes the taste bitter, and the complete purity of saffron are measured in the laboratory, but by knowing some methods, it can identify the original saffron from its counterfeit type. 

First, you need to know the appearance of saffron.  The branches of saffron stigmas are trumpet-shaped at the top and become narrower at the bottom.  The color of saffron is bright red.

 One of the main methods of recognizing saffron is the proper use of the word sweet.  Good saffron always has a sweet aroma and not a sweet taste.  You put one of the saffron strings on your tongue.  If you feel the sweet taste in your mouth, this is fake saffron.

 Another definitive method for identifying the original saffron is its aroma.  For this solution, you must know the aroma of the original saffron well.  The aroma of original saffron is very attractive and exciting, if you know what the real aroma of honey and alfalfa is, you can probably recognize the aroma of original saffron as well.  This perfume is a combination of honey and alfalfa.  The fresher the saffron, the sharper its smell.

 Pour a little saffron into cold water, you will notice that the color of the water changes over time.  But the main point here is how to detect counterfeit saffron.  When you take the original saffron stigmas out of the water, the original color of the stigmas themselves has not changed much. 

But in counterfeit saffron, after removing them from the water, you will see that the color added to the saffron stigmas has completely disappeared, does not look like before, and has turned white.  In addition, the original saffron has a slower coloring speed, so if the saffron returns the color quickly, there is no doubt about the use of chemical dyes in it. 

The color of the original saffron in water is orange-yellow and red, and of course, it is transparent.  The bright red color in water is not a good sign, the chemicals used to dye more saffron may be harmful to your health.

 Saffron stigmas are not shiny.  Sometimes in the preparation of counterfeit saffron, the stigmas of other plants, including corn, are dyed and sold instead of the original type.  The stigmas of these two plants are very similar and the difference between them is that saffron stigmas have a curved shape that can help you identify the type of principle.  Safflower is naturally very similar to the original saffron in appearance, so do not be fooled by its appearance and pay more attention to its color and smell.

 One of the interesting ways to identify the original saffron is to add a little baking soda to the water and mix it well.  Then add a little saffron to the solution.  If the saffron is genuine, the composition of water and baking soda will turn yellow, but if the saffron is counterfeit, the solution will turn pale red.

 Put some saffron on the stove and the methane gas flame.  If its color changes to purple or orange, be happy to have the original saffron in your hand.  Counterfeit saffron turns yellow.  Also, the original saffron does not dissolve in gasoline, and if you pour a little of it into gasoline, it should not change its color.

 Methods of selling counterfeit saffron

 Unfortunately, this perspective often causes us to become overwhelmed when it's time to start a project.  Some people use the original saffron to combine some other ingredients such as salt, sugar, or even safflower to gain weight and gain more profit.  Sometimes stigmas are soaked in honey or sap to make them heavier. 

Some people also use artificial colors to increase the coloring power of saffron.  It is recommended to use only healthy and non-powdered stigmas to buy saffron to reduce the possibility of fraud in their preparation.  Saffron spray is not a guarantee for its originality.  If the price of the saffron you are buying is surprisingly cheaper than other types of models, doubt it.

 You should also consider some points about storing saffron.  Keep it away from light, heat, and moisture, and especially if you keep saffron powdered, put it in a sealed glass or plastic container to prevent air from entering.  If the storage conditions of saffron are not suitable, saffron essential oil evaporates, retains the cross composition for a shorter time, and may lose some of its medicinal effects.

8 Ways to identify the original saffron

1. Taste saffron

 One of the ways to distinguish saffron is to taste it. Saffron has a bitter taste and should not have a different taste like sweet.

 If it has a sweet taste, it has been sprayed with sugary substances such as sugar water to make it heavier, so be sure to pay attention to this as well.

2. The heads of the branches of saffron should be trumpet-shaped

 If you look more closely at the saffron flower strings, you will notice that the original saffron strings are trumpet-shaped, which is one of the most important cases in identifying the original saffron.

3. Distinguish saffron from its color

 The color of saffron is dark.  We often see that people in the face of the dark color of saffron think that saffron is old or not good, but this is not the case at all, and we must note that the color of saffron is originally dark and not light.

 If the saffron has a color other than dark crimson or an unusual color compared to the original saffron, it is clear that it is not a saffron plant but can be replaced by a safflower plant.

4. Cheating saffron with safflower

 The safflower plant is one of the plants that is widely used in saffron fraud and it is very important for a person who has no information in this field and should fully understand its differences from saffron.

 Profiteers dye safflower and mix it with saffron to increase its weight.  This plant does not have the aroma and taste of original saffron and also has a different structure from original saffron, so you can recognize it well with a little care.

5. Original and fresh saffron has a spicy aroma

 Does fresh saffron have a pungent aroma?

 The answer is that yes, freshly picked saffron has a very pungent odor, and as soon as the door is opened, the space inside the room is filled with its aroma, although saffron, which has been picked for several years, has a very weak aroma.  And can not easily perfume the space.

6. Saffron coloring speed

 Original and first-grade saffron has a very low coloring speed and this factor is one of the important factors in identifying original saffron.  If you brewed saffron after purchase and noticed that the saffron dyed for a few seconds while brewing, you should know that your saffron is counterfeit.

 Original saffron takes about 30 minutes to color, and if it is brewed in less than this time, for example, 5 minutes, it can be a sign that saffron is counterfeit.  Saffron may be added to increase the color to make it both heavier and more pigmented.

7. Increasing the weight of saffron

 If you have not bought your saffron from a safe place, you should expect that it may have increased the weight of the purchased saffron.

• Honey
• Salt
• Spray soda

8. Saffron is not greasy

 One of the ways to diagnose saffron is the principle of the fat content of saffron filaments.  For this test, just place the saffron strands between the straw paper or the newspaper.  If you see oil and fat on paper, saffron is counterfeit, but if it is powdered saffron, it is genuine saffron.

 What is the main method of identifying the original saffron?

 If despite all the ways we have mentioned, you still think it is difficult to identify the original saffron, we have another solution for you, but you can be 100% sure that the saffron you buy is genuine.

 The main method of distinguishing saffron is the principle of direct purchase from the farm.  When you buy saffron from the farm, directly and without intermediaries from the farmer, you are connected to the main source of saffron production and sale, and there will no longer be an intermediary that wants to change and counterfeit saffron. 

Twin Brothers Production Company will be by your side by creating a network of farms all over the country and the world to supply saffron directly from the farm.

 To buy original saffron, you can count on the farmers of the twin brothers and enjoy your saffron and its pure properties.

 What other methods are there to identify genuine saffron?

 The first method of recognizing saffron is that the appearance of the heads of the branches of saffron should be trumpet-shaped, recognizing saffron by its color is the second method, and by tasting saffron, its originality can be recognized.

 In this regard, Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company with TBCNuts brand in a well-equipped and up-to-date space entered the executive stage and supply of pistachios and saffron throughout Iran and abroad.  Saffron greenhouses affiliated with the Twin Brothers Trading Production Company are offered directly to buyers.  At Twin Brothers Company, we fully monitor all stages of saffron production, including possession, consumption of fertilizers, soil conditions until harvest, processing, and packaging.

 Iran is one of the main saffron-producing countries that annually exports a large volume of this product to different countries.  Considering this important issue, we have taken an effective step to stabilize Iran's position as a top saffron producing country, and we have played our part in this field well by producing pure Iranian saffron.

 Our effort is to preserve the name of Iran as a symbol of the holders of the best saffron in the world with the help of other top saffron-producing units.  Types of saffron products: Sargol saffron, Negin saffron, and Pushal or Straw saffron are offered in bulk and wholesale in this collection.

Among the things that humans have been looking for for centuries are food diversity and making changes and improving the taste of food. 

One of these changes is that they smell the kernels of nuts to have a more delicious taste, more beautiful color, and a crispier texture. That's why you see different types of products with roasted nuts on the market today. 

One of the most important and popular nuts that are always considered as a part of snacks and nuts is pistachio, which has more fans. Pistachio has many properties and benefits for the body.

 What is the difference between raw pistachios and roasted pistachios?

 First of all, we must say that the existence of kernels, including pistachio nuts, can cause chemical changes and changes in the structure and colors of kernels due to exposure to heat and some substances. It should be noted that the extent and type of these changes are highly dependent on the type of nuts, temperature, and duration of exposure of the nuts to heat. In general, it can be said that there is not much difference in the number of substances such as fat, protein, and carbohydrates of nuts, such as pistachio kernels, between their raw and roasted type.

However, some antioxidants (these substances can fight free radicals that are harmful to the body) can be destroyed by exposure to heat and the effects of heat, and some of these antioxidants may also be formed by the heating process. Among these, it can be said that the most substances that change due to the process of formation and heating are the amount of water. 

Therefore, roasted pistachios have less water and crispier texture and consequently less weight, and therefore roasted pistachios have slightly more calories and raw materials in equal weights than raw pistachios. However, with the fats in the nuts, it should be said that the nuts contain high amounts of fat and even if roasted, they have a very small capacity to absorb excess fat, and practically, after roasting, there is not much change in their fat content.

 Pistachios are an excellent source of unsaturated fats, which can play an important role in lowering bad cholesterol and thus preventing cardiovascular disease. 

When unsaturated fats in nuts are exposed to high temperatures for long periods, their chances of oxidizing increase, leading to the formation of free radicals and damage to the body's cells.

Based on the results of a series of studies, it has been determined that when pistachio nuts are roasted at a temperature of one hundred and eighty degrees Celsius for twenty minutes, the oxidation rate of its ingredients will be two and a half times that of raw pistachios. One way to prevent this problem is to reduce the temperature and heating time to a large extent to prevent the formation of these harmful substances.

 In general, since unsaturated fats are more prone to oxidation; Roasting pistachios and as a result of chemical changes pistachios can expose the kernel to more and faster spoilage, and therefore it can be said that roasted pistachios will spoil faster and faster than raw pistachios. Therefore, one of the differences between the properties of raw pistachios and roasted pistachios is when they rot.

 According to research, roasted pistachios do not change the amount of fat, but Their structure changes, and unsaturated fats become more prone to oxidation.

 Roasted pistachios lose some of their moisture using the roasting process and their weight is reduced and their fat is more compared to raw pistachios. The amount of protein and carbohydrates, and fats in raw and roasted nuts are very similar. Although roasted nuts are slightly more fat than raw.

  Roasting pistachios with oil does not increase the fat content of nuts, because nuts are naturally high in fat and cannot absorb more fat. Because nuts are rich in nutrients such as vitamins E, K, magnesium, and antioxidants, these are sensitive to heat and are lost during the roasting process.

 Some pistachio antioxidants are reduced by roasting. If antioxidants are essential for the health of the body because they protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. Not all antioxidants are eliminated by smoking, such as the antioxidants lutein and Zeaxanthin, which are not altered by smoking.

 Are the properties of roasted and raw pistachios different?

  There is not much difference between the properties of roasted pistachios and the properties of raw pistachios. Roasted pistachios have more salt, sugar, or preservatives than raw pistachios and you should not consume too much of them. The properties of roasted pistachios are very similar to raw pistachios and in the following, we will introduce some of these properties of roasted pistachios.

One of the properties of roasted pistachios and raw type is that it contains large amounts of dietary fiber that can help you in weight management. In addition, pistachios contain large amounts of antioxidants that protect the body against free radicals. Another property of roasted pistachios and raw pistachios is the presence of vitamin A, which can play an effective and beneficial role in maintaining healthy skin and eyesight. The presence of various proteins and fatty acids in pistachios that can ensure the health of the body is another property of pistachios.  

Another type of property of roasted pistachios and raw pistachios can help strengthen sexual power in men and women. The presence of substances such as copper, magnesium, and B vitamins can strengthen pistachios and strengthen the body's immune system, and as a result, the body can fight infectious diseases and even cancers.  

Pistachios are also rich in phosphorus, which helps children grow and increase intelligence and memory at all ages. The presence of anti-inflammatory substances such as vitamin E gives pistachios inflammatory properties and can maintain the health of hair, skin, and other organs.  

But one of the most famous and popular properties of roasted pistachios and raw pistachios is the presence of iron in pistachios, which can help treat anemia due to iron deficiency. Pistachios also contain high amounts of unsaturated fats, which can be very effective in lowering blood LDL and therefore reducing cardiovascular disease.

 Since roasted pistachios are roasted under heat compared to raw pistachios and additives are added during roasting, it can affect the taste of their kernels. To make them more delicious and taste better, they add salt, lemon juice, angelica, and saffron when frying. In general, there is not much difference between raw pistachios and roasted pistachios, and roasting cannot have a destructive effect on pistachio kernels. 

The property of roasted pistachios compared to raw is that their kernel volume is reduced, which leads to an increase in the density of nutrients inside the pistachio skin.

 Roasting nuts can prevent the growth of bacteria and increase the shelf life of the brain. If direct heat is used as a result of the roasting process, this heat can hurt the B vitamins group in them as much as possible.

 If roasting is done using unprincipled methods and with high heat, it will negatively affect the appearance, taste, and kernel of nuts. 

Roasting using high heat oxidizes fats and reduces their properties. The value of amino acids, proteins, sugars, and the nutritional value of nuts in the roasting process is reduced to some extent.

 To benefit from the nutritional and therapeutic properties of pistachios, you can substitute raw pistachios for roasted pistachios. As heat reduces the properties of roasted nuts, be as careful as possible.

 Should we eat raw pistachios or roasted pistachios?

 Pistachios are smelled to have a better taste and crispiness. It is necessary to use both raw and roasted pistachios. Raw pistachios are very useful for health and wellness, but it is also possible that they also have harmful bacteria.

 If raw pistachios also contain harmful bacteria, they are less likely to get sick. Roasted nuts have fewer antioxidants and vitamins than raw nuts and have lost some of their beneficial fats. Baking time is very effective in the properties of nuts.

 If pistachios are roasted at a lower temperature and time, the fats in pistachios will not be damaged, they will lose fewer vitamins, and the possibility of Acrylamide formation will be reduced. Instead of buying roasted nuts, you can buy them raw and roast them on the

Stove. In this way, you can control the temperature and the time of being.

Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company

 Twin Brothers Company has prepared all kinds of pistachios for you with the most up-to-date devices in the world. In our modern methods, the useful ingredients of pistachios are preserved and create a great taste for you. The Twin Brothers Company, which is one of the best brands of pistachios, is at your service with wholesale and bulk premium Iranian pistachios throughout Iran and the world. Buy a variety of quality and affordable pistachios in the company of twin brothers.

 Our products:

• Pistachio nuts
• Salted pistachios
• Roasted pistachios
• In-shell pistachio
• Long pistachio
• Hazelnut pistachio
• Jumbo pistachio
• Fresh pistachios
• Buy pistachio slices
• Open shell pistachio

What is open-shell water pistachio?

 It may have occurred to you that when you buy pistachios, you come across several samples of pistachios that are very similar in appearance but different in price. 

What is this price difference for? 

Are they the same in taste? No, pistachios are sold with open-shell water and open-shell mechanics, which can be very dangerous and carcinogenic if processed improperly.

 When buying pistachios, one of our main criteria is to buy open shell pistachio. 

Since Iranian pistachio is also known as open-shell pistachio in the world and international markets, it can indicate that open-shell pistachio has many fans abroad.

 Of course, this is not a reason to say that every open-shell pistachio has a good quality. There are important cases in determining the high quality of Iranian pistachios.

Items such as:

• Type and species of pistachio
• Fresh pistachios
• How to roast pistachios
• Organic and inorganic
• The type and amount of toxins and fertilizers used in its production
• Type and method of drying pistachios

 And other such cases determine the quality of Iranian pistachios.

One of the most common ways to make open-shell pistachios is to make them open-shell. In this method, closed-shell pistachios are placed in a pool or a large special container with cold water at about 4 degrees. The so-called closed-shell pistachios stay in cold water for a few hours and are then taken out of cold water and put in front of heaters that produce hot wind to dry the pistachios.

Due to the large temperature difference, the pistachio shell begins to open due to the shock created by the pistachio mouth and artificially open-shell.

 In the process of watering pistachios, due to the penetration of mostly dirty and unsanitary water under the firm skin of pistachios, a suitable breeding ground for a variety of molds, including Aflatoxin-producing mold, which is a dangerous and carcinogenic toxin, creates bacteria and germs.

Also, exposing pistachios at low and then high temperatures, reduces the quality, taste, and freshness of pistachios, and some pistachio sellers roast and salt pistachios to eliminate these negative characteristics.

 It is easier to distinguish open-shell pistachio from ordinary pistachios when it is raw, but in some unreliable stores and peddlers, pistachios are roasted, which makes it difficult to distinguish open-shell water pistachios. 

They offer lower prices to the people and turn Iranian pistachios, which are the first in the world in terms of quality, into a capsule full of germs and fungi.

 Detecting open-shell water pistachios with ordinary pistachios?

 The first method

 In this method, select a pistachio seed and with the pressure of your hand, try to bring the two white and firm pistachio skins together so that the pistachio opening is fastened together and the pistachio nuts are hidden between the two pistachio skins.

 If you did this but could not close the pistachio because of the size of the pistachio nuts, the pistachio you bought is of high quality, but if you succeeded in closing the mouth of the open-shell pistachio with pressure, and because of the small size of the pistachio nuts, the kernel in between Two skins was hidden We have to tell you that you have been sold poor quality pistachios, which not only loses your money, it may endanger your health, so we advise you not to be fooled by the appearance and low price of pistachios.

 The second method

 In this method, we find out the quality of pistachios by roasting them, since open-shell pistachios deal with water and moisture and then dry quickly, they have a special and old smell, but some sellers make a profit by roasting pistachios and adding 

Lemon essence and salt also hide this defect.

 So if you want to eat roasted pistachios safely, it is better to prepare raw pistachios and then roast the pistachios at home.

 The third method

In this method, you should pay attention to the sound of pistachios. When buying raw pistachios, select a handful of pistachios at random and bring them close to your ears and shake them. That pistachio is open-shell water and has low quality. For salted pistachios, this method also works if starch is not added to the pistachios when salting.

 If starch is added to the shell, the pistachio nuts stick to the shell, and the sound of the pistachio can no longer be heard, so the work becomes difficult. 

When buying salted pistachios, pay attention to the fact that the pistachio nuts are not attached to the bone skin of the pistachio.

 Why is open-shell water pistachio dangerous?

 Those who make the so-called closed-shell pistachios open-shell mechanically and give low-quality pistachios to people at a lower price are endangering the health of the community.

 Many opportunists use the lack of knowledge of customers to sell open-shell pistachios along with quality pistachios to customers and make a false profit, and buyers of pistachios who think they have received quality pistachios at a reasonable price will also suffer financial losses. They may also cause irreparable damage to your health.

 What is Aflatoxin?

  Aflatoxin is one of the deadly toxins that is caused by some molds. Aflatoxin is one of the fungi of Aspergillus such as Aspergillus flavus, Aspergillus parasiticus, and Aspergillus nomius.

 The fungi we mentioned grow mostly on peanuts, wheat, and pistachios. 

Aflatoxin can affect living organisms in many different ways, for example, these fungi can poison humans and other living organisms by growing in foods such as eggs, milk, pistachios, and most nuts, and the toxin was said to increase the risk of cancer in the body.

 In most developed countries of the world, standards have been set for food to fight this toxin, for example, for each food, the maximum ceiling for the presence of this toxin in food has been set, which should not be more than a certain amount.

 As we have said, if the fungus that produces Aflatoxin grows on animal feed or poultry or nuts such as pistachios, it can be a dangerous factor for human health. 

It can be said that this toxin affects all living organisms. Aflatoxin can be considered a predisposing factor for stomach and liver cancer.

 Symptoms of infection and the effects of Aflatoxin include fever, muscle aches, and anorexia, which can lead to vomiting, abdominal pain, and hepatitis. 

A concentration of 10 micrograms per kilogram of Aflatoxin can have a dangerous effect on the liver. If Aflatoxin is in your food and you use these poisonous foods regularly, it will have harmful effects on your body.

 Examples: acute liver diseases such as fat changes, lung problems, muscle pain, coma, seizures, and death. Aflatoxin B1, which is one of the types of Aflatoxin and is one of the most important carcinogens.

 How to distinguish open-shell water pistachios from high-quality pistachios?

Determining whether pistachio is open-shell water or not is only possible by nuts and dried fruits experts, and providing the required nuts from unreliable vendors and stores at low prices easily exposes families to all kinds of contaminants caused by such pistachios. And a great miracle called Iranian pistachio with all its unique properties and characteristics becomes a source for spreading various dangerous diseases.

Of course, just an open shell cannot guarantee the quality of pistachios. 

Items such as type and species of pistachio, freshness, how to roast and, organic and inorganic, type and amount of toxins and fertilizers used in its production, and type and method of drying pistachios and other such quality of pistachios Determine the Iranian.

 The point that we try to explain and clarify in this article is that, unfortunately, pistachios can be turned into open-shell pistachios in unnatural and unsanitary ways.

 To detect open-shell pistachio mechanics

1. Consult with experts in the field of pistachios
2. Buy pistachios from reliable people or stores

 Good pistachios have certain anxieties to buy, the most important of which is raw pistachios. If raw pistachios remain, the smell and shape of it will attract attention, so all raw pistachios are offered to the buyer with real quality, so if you give good money, it is better to buy raw pistachios because raw pistachios are of the same quality as harvested that year. But if for any reason you are not interested in buying raw pistachios, you should seek to hear the sound of pistachios.

 What is Pistachios Pill?

 Some pistachios look good and even taste good because of the roasting and salt impregnation, but these pistachios may be pelleted. Pistachio tablets are pistachios that are poured into bags to prevent worms and rot, and then exposed to two tablets, which are first wrapped in nylon and then placed in a newspaper, and finally, the ends of these packages are placed between the pistachio bags in the package.

 Pill pistachios stay good for three months and there is no news of worms in them and they are roasted with salt only to eliminate the smell caused by the pills. The fact is that buying pistachios is a difficult purchase for those who are also in the dried fruit market and requires experience, so it is better to go to buy pistachios before the crowded market and last-minute purchases to have a chance among dozens of samples, pistachios Choose a better one, but the easiest way for an inexperienced buyer is to buy raw pistachios that have a clear taste, color and shape.

How to buy high-quality open-shell pistachios?

With all that said, you might find it very difficult to buy and identify high-quality and premium open-shell pistachios. But we at the Twin Brothers Company TBCNuts do our best to provide you with the best type of pistachios and their types.

Maintaining the quality factors of products such as taste, flavor, color, etc. is one of the main goals and missions of the Twin Brothers Pistachio and Saffron Production Company. For this reason, the company has spared no effort in equipping its factories with the most modern processing and packaging tools for pistachios and saffron. Our team seeks to achieve the latest technologies in the world to produce genuine Iranian saffron as well as pistachio production with new and modern methods.

In this way, we can bring quality and quality to our customers at a reasonable price. To buy bulk and wholesale pistachios through the communication channels available on the site, contact us so that our experts can guide you.

Saffron is a natural spice called red gold.  Due to its quality, pleasant taste, and smell, it has many fans worldwide.  The best brand of saffron is for Iran.  Iran accounts for 80% of the world's saffron, which plays an important role in saffron exports and job creation.  Iranian saffron is a strategic product that is widely traded in international markets.  Also, the countries buying Iranian saffron include European and Middle Eastern application drawers.

 Countries buying Iranian saffron

 Now we have to answer these questions. What are the countries that buy Iranian saffron?  To which countries is saffron exported?  Who are the buyers of Iranian saffron in the UAE and China?  What are the rules for exporting saffron?  How can Iranian saffron be exported to foreign countries?

 Iranian saffron is exported to 54 countries, including the United Arab Emirates, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, China, France, and Italy.

 The UAE is the largest customer of Iranian saffron among saffron buyers. The UAE is the largest buyer of Iranian saffron with 19 tons of saffron from Iran and Hong Kong with 15 tons and Spain with 10 tons, respectively.

 In foreign countries, the quality of imported products, especially food products, is strictly controlled to prevent the import of any low-quality products. Saffron is no exception to this rule, and on the other hand, because saffron is a precious product, quality control is monitored. 

This product is more 330 tons of saffron are traded annually in the world market, which is about 8 billion dollar annually.  Iran produces 310 tons of this amount, but only $ 400 million is the share of Iran's exports!

 In addition to Iran, countries such as Afghanistan, Italy, India, Canada, USA, Central Africa, Egypt, China, Germany, Turkey, Mexico, and France also produce saffron, but the production in these countries has never been high and is of low quality.

 Many problems have arisen in this regard, including the export of saffron suitcases and bulk exports to countries that do not produce saffron themselves or produce little, want Iranian saffron but are known as exporters of saffron.

 Lack of saffron packaging workshops and lack of knowledge of global markets and proper marketing methods in these markets has prevented the export of saffron in the form of packaging and the name of Iran to other countries.

 In this article, we talk about the countries importing saffron from Iran and guide exporters to choose the best country for saffron exports.

 Which country has the most saffron exports?

 Iranian saffron is exported to countries such as Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, Oman, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, India, Switzerland, Norway, Italy, Germany, France, USA, Netherlands, Turkey, Finland, and several other countries.

 Among the destination countries for saffron exports, Spain and the UAE import saffron in bulk without small packages.  What these countries are doing is they buy bulk saffron from Iran, pack it in beautiful packages, and sell it in the name of their country and brand.

 Although Spain has a very small share in saffron production, the saffron sold in the name of this country is better known than Iranian saffron!

 What are the best countries to export saffron?

 Before choosing a country, our strong advice is not to choose a country until you are familiar with the process of saffron export.  Choosing a country to export saffron is important where each country buys a different type of saffron according to its use of saffron.

 Generally, from the point of view of traders, the best country for exporting saffron is a country that is a blue ocean! That is, the people of that country accept the loss of saffron, but fewer competitors have chosen that country to export saffron.

 The type of packaging required for export is also important, and people's desire for packaging is very different.  For example, Europeans are more concerned with the environment; Therefore, environmentally friendly packages prefer metal packages.

 In terms of consumption, China mostly uses saffron for medicinal purposes, so it buys more than super quality Negin saffron.

 The economic situation of the people of the destination country of saffron exports is also important.  If most people in your chosen country do not have a good economic situation, they are looking for saffron with more reasonable prices;  Therefore, the type of export saffron is also different.

 To choose the best country for export, you need information such as:

• What is the distance between Iran and the export destination country?
• Familiarity with the language of the destination country or the existence of a person who can market the product in the destination country.
• Knowing how much saffron is imported to this country annually?

 Has saffron been exported to this country or not?

• What are the customs laws of this country for the import of saffron?
• What permits are needed to import saffron to the destination country?
• How is marketing done in this market?
• How do the people of the country of destination saffron export buy saffron more?
• Do they prefer traditional markets or do they shop mostly online?
• Do they use more sites or social networks?
• What are Iran's trade relations with the target country for saffron exports?
• What is the currency of this country and what is the price of saffron in the country of export?

 These are just a few of the factors that need to be considered to make a profitable export.

 Export of saffron to Arab countries

 Export of saffron to Iraq People

 Also, like our country, they are more in favor of saffron because of its unique color and smell.  Iraq's distance from Iran is much shorter than other countries, and also Iraq and Iran have a wide border that has several customs.

 The selling price of saffron in Iraq is in dollars, and most of the cities that use saffron include Iraqi Kurdistan, Najaf, Karbala, and Baghdad.

 If Iraq is your saffron export destination, you should know that saffron is widely used in zero months or religious ceremonies.  In addition to the health certificate, for saffron to enter Iraq, a certificate of compliance of the goods with the standards of Iraq is required.

 The documents required for saffron to enter Iraq must be translated into both English and Arabic. In addition, SGS approval is required.

 To enter the Iraqi saffron export market, you must have a good knowledge of its cities, because the financial situation is different in different cities.  For example, Iraqi Kurdistan pays special attention to the quality of saffron, but in some Iraqi cities that have a good market for saffron, the financial situation of the people is not very good, so it pays more attention to the economic benefits of saffron.

 Export of saffron to Oman

 Saffron exported to Oman is used in the pharmaceutical and health industries.  This country pays more attention to the antioxidants in saffron, so the quality of saffron is first and foremost for it.  The currency of exchange for buying and selling in this country is Rials, which is also worth more than dollars.

 This country also uses saffron in preparing food, for example, Muscat dessert, which is widely consumed in this country, is prepared with saffron.

 Export of saffron to Dubai

 Dubai is one of the countries on the Persian Gulf, which is located near Iran, and the sale and purchase of saffron are well done there.  The general public in Dubai has a good financial situation, so it is one of the destination countries for saffron exports.  * The three markets of Murshid, Krama market, and Deira market are the markets in which saffron is traded.

 Export of saffron to Turkey

 Turkey is one of the countries close to the Iranian border.  One of the advantages of choosing Turkey as a destination country for saffron exports is that it is part of the European Union. In addition, a visa is not required to enter Turkey, so one of the target countries for exports in Turkey.

 Saffron consumption is not very common among Turkish people, but saffron is used in various dishes served in Turkish, Indian, Arabic, and Iranian restaurants in this country.

 The country has created a large market for tourists who have traveled to Turkey from the Persian Gulf countries to buy saffron.

 Another use that Turkey makes of saffron is for export to European countries.  The selling price of saffron in this country is in dollars.  In this country, to buy saffron, more attention is paid to its packaging.  Obtaining permission to import saffron to Turkey, in addition to a health certificate, requires a COC license and a CE certificate.

 Kapali Carsi is one of the oldest markets in Turkey where saffron, barberry, and Iranian tea are exchanged.

 Export of saffron to Spain

 Spain buys Iranian bulk saffron at a much lower price in packages of 500 to 1 kg, then packages them in small quantities and sends them to European countries!  Abundant profits reach Spanish traders every year through the sale of Iranian saffron.

 At the end:

 Many people decide to export saffron after cultivation. Note that export is an important issue. First, you should be well acquainted with the export process. After choosing the desired city and country, you should be well acquainted with the market of this country.  Get information, provide saffron packaging according to the needs of this market and finally start marketing in these markets.

 Saffron marketing is also a very important category if you do all the possible work such as packing the city and market research, but you cannot do the right marketing; you end up wasting all your efforts.

 In this regard, Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company with TBCNuts brand in a well-equipped and up-to-date space entered the executive stage and supply of pistachios and saffron throughout Iran and abroad.  Saffron greenhouses affiliated with the Twin Brothers Trading Production Company are offered directly to buyers.  At Twin Brothers Company, we fully monitor all stages of saffron production, including possession, consumption of fertilizers, soil conditions until harvest, processing, and packaging.

  Iran is one of the main saffron-producing countries that annually export a large volume of this product to different countries.  Considering this important issue, we have taken an effective step to stabilize Iran's position as a top saffron producing country, and we have played our part in this field well by producing pure Iranian saffron.

  Our effort is to preserve the name of Iran as a symbol of the holders of the best saffron in the world with the help of other top saffron-producing units.  Types of saffron products: Sargol saffron, Negin saffron, and Pushal or Straw saffron are offered in bulk and wholesale in this collection.

Each ounce of saffron is a few grams

 Do you know how many grams of each saffron is?  How do they buy and sell each ounce of saffron in the market?  Are you familiar with saffron sales units in the market?  In this section, we will teach you how to convert weight into grams.  Each gram of saffron is a few ounces and most people are looking for it.

 In the past, units such as Mesghal, Garlic, and Man were used to buy and sell saffron, but it must be said that these units are not standard.

 In buying and selling saffron, due to its value, each unit is measured based on grams and kilograms and is scientifically acceptable to the people; however, it is now calculated as the equivalent of heat for older units of measurement.  Below we introduce you to the weight units of saffron.  Stay with us.

 Different sales units according to market custom and their hot equivalent are as follows:

• One man weighs three kilograms. Man is one and a half kilograms in some areas, but in the market, three kilograms is more popular.
• A three-kilogram mine is considered to be 40 garlic.
• One clove of garlic is equivalent to 75 grams.
• One kilogram is 217 shekels.
• One ounce of saffron weighs 4,608 grams. In the market tradition, some consider 6.4, and others consider 61.4 grams as equivalent to one shekel.

  Some consider 2.3 grams and some sellers 31.2 grams equal to half a pound.

• Each gram is 1000 whistles.

 In the past, every 24 small Tabriz chickpeas were considered equal to one shekel.  This method has become obsolete for many years with the advances that have been made in the manufacture of weight measuring devices.

 One ounce of saffron is equivalent to 4,608 whistles with pronunciation of 4 grams and 608 whistles.  These units will help you a lot when buying saffron.

 When buying and selling saffron in different cities, saffron is bought and sold based on the units of that city.  The ancients also included units such as garlic, Mesghal, and chickpeas in their calculations.  These units are considered when buying and selling original Iranian saffron.

 It is possible that in your city only a special unit is used to buy and sell saffron, for example, Mesghal, or in another city the unit for buying and selling hot saffron is alone, or in another city, a unit of chickpeas is done in calculations.

 Twin Brothers Production Company has tried to post the daily price of saffron on the site daily.  You can see the price of saffron in the desired section.  These prices are updated daily.

 The price of each ounce of saffron

 One of the questions that many ask is what is the price of each ounce of saffron?  Those who ask this question mostly want to buy or sell saffron.

 You should note that the price of each ounce of saffron is measured based on the quality and size of the saffron pens.  Today, for the discussion of exports, the discussion of chemicals, the color of saffron, and its microbial importance is very important.

 How many ounces is a kilogram?

 Another common question that many of us ask is how many ounces is a kilogram?  To reach this calculation faster, you should pay attention to the following points.

 You must know that one kilogram of saffron is about 1000 grams.  If we want to convert one kilogram to a shekel, we have to divide 1000 (that is, one kilogram) by one shekel, which is 4.608.  If you do this, you get the number 217.  So it turned out that one kilogram is about 217 pounds.

 How many ounces of saffron does each kilo of the saffron flower give?  Or a kilo of saffron flowers gives a few ounces of saffron?

 Another question is how many ounces of saffron does each kilo of the saffron flower give?  It should be noted that the grade or amount of saffron in one kilogram of each region is different from the other region in which saffron is grown.

 For example, in the Ghaenat region, one kilogram of saffron flowers gives 3 ounces of saffron.  But in other areas, this grade or value may show less than 3 shekels.

 If you want to prepare the best Iranian saffron, join us

  Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company with TBCNuts brand in a well-equipped and up-to-date space entered the executive stage and supply of pistachios and saffron throughout Iran and abroad.  Saffron greenhouses affiliated with the Twin Brothers Trading Production Company are offered directly to buyers.  At Twin Brothers Company, we fully monitor all stages of saffron production, including, possession, consumption of fertilizers, soil conditions until harvest, processing, and packaging.

 Maintaining the quality factors of products such as taste, flavor, color, etc. is one of the main goals and missions of the Pistachio and Saffron Production Company of the Twin Brothers.  For this reason, the company has spared no effort in equipping its factories with the most modern processing and packaging tools for pistachios and saffron.  Our team seeks to achieve the latest technologies in the world to produce original Iranian saffron as well as pistachio production with new and modern methods.  In this way, we can bring quality and quality along with a reasonable price for our customers.

 Iran is one of the main saffron-producing countries that annually exports a large volume of this product to different countries.  Considering this important issue, we have taken an effective step to stabilize Iran's position as a top saffron producing country, and we have played our part in this field well by producing pure Iranian saffron. 

Our effort is to preserve the name of Iran as a symbol of the holders of the best saffron in the world with the help of other top saffron-producing units.  Types of saffron products: Sargol saffron, Negin saffron, and Pushal or Straw saffron are offered in bulk and wholesale in this collection.

Do you know what uses saffron has?  Other than saffron rice and saffron syrup, what else comes to your mind?!  You may also name other foods.  But the use of saffron is not limited to foods and beverages.  The use of saffron in cosmetics has turned many companies into customers of this precious substance, and the medicinal consumption of saffron also has its fans.  In this article, we give you interesting information about the use of saffron in various industries.

 The trade and use of saffron for more than three thousand years has made saffron a spice, perfume, colorant, and key medicine.  Saffron, as one of the most expensive species by weight, includes stigmas that emerge from the vegetatively expanded saffron flowers.  Saffron belongs to Southwest Asia and was originally cultivated in a region of modern Greece.  Of course, in Iran, due to its growth, this plant has not been cultivated much.

 From ancient times to the present, the history of saffron is full of applications in traditional foods, beverages, and herbal remedies: from Africa and Asia to Europe and the Americas, bright red strings in cooking, spices, and a variety of beverages have been considered.  The ancients believed that saffron was able to cure stomach aches, plagues, and smallpox.

 Application of saffron in the food industry

 Most of us use powdered or unground saffron at home for saffron rice and saffron syrup.  But the consumption of saffron in foods does not end there.  Today, many parts of the food industry use saffron to flavor and color their products.

 One of the areas of use of saffron is in the production of beverages.  The amount of saffron used in non-alcoholic beverages is usually 3 to 7 parts per million.  Saffron is also used in the preparation of herbal syrups, including simple lemon and saffron syrups.

 Another use of saffron is in the confectionery industry.  The amount of saffron used in confectionery is usually 10 parts per million.  Saffron is used to color and flavor flour products, including cakes, bread, and...  Saffron is also used in dairy products such as milk, cream, butter, and ice cream.  The amount of saffron used in ice cream is 3 to 7.5 parts per million.

 Finally, the use of saffron in the meat industry can be mentioned.  Saffron is used as an aromatic spice to color meat products such as sausages.  Saffron is also used in the preparation of canned meat, especially chicken-based products.  The amount of saffron used in meat is 260 parts per million.

 Saffron is also used in European, North African, and Asian dishes.  Fragrance experts describe it as honey with a woody, alfalfa-like, earthy taste.  According to other evaluations, saffron tastes like alfalfa but is only slightly more bitter.  It has a bright yellow-orange color and is used all over the world for everything from cheese, pastries, and beverages to baked goods, spices, meat dishes, and soups.

 Often due to the high price of saffron, this valuable spice is diluted or replaced by safflower or turmeric.  Both of these have good colors, but their taste is different from saffron.  Saffron is used in the confectionery and alcoholic beverages industry; this is the most common use of saffron in Italy.  Chartreuse, Ezra, and Strega are types of alcoholic beverages that saffron has a great role in creating their taste and color.

 In Spain, Iran, India, Pakistan, and other countries, noodles are a popular seasoning for rice.  Two examples of saffron rice are Zarzuela with fish stew or other seafood and Valencian pilaf, a delicious rice-meat dish.  Saffron is vital for making French Bouillabaisse, a spicy fish stew from Marseille, and the Italian dish of Milanese risotto.  Saffron bread comes in a variety of Swedish is known in Sweden as Lusket.  The second bread is enriched bread dough to which saffron is added along with cinnamon, nutmeg, and goat cheese.  In the UK, saffron bread rolls are traditionally prepared for annual celebrations or church donations.

 Perhaps the most important manifestation of the use of saffron in the cuisines of southern India is the custard dessert based on semolina.  Saffron is also used in South Asian food, which is a spicy rice and vegetable dish.  Modern technology has added a new delicacy to this list: saffron ice cream.  Milk-based regional sweets highlight it. The latter is a sweet yogurt-based drink that is a cultural symbol.

 Of course, the use of saffron can be seen in other food industries, including oily products, such as oils and kinds of margarine, condiments, desserts, and puddings.

  Use of saffron in cosmetic products

 Many cosmetic companies consider saffron to be an excellent ingredient for skin care.  The benefits of this precious substance in keeping the human skin and body healthy, have made it the raw material for the production of many products in this field.

 In terms of skincare, we have two types of pure saffron, which are:

• Vegetable oil or natural saffron extract
• Dried saffron

 The use of saffron in its dried varieties strengthens the skin's immunity and improves tissue production.  The saffron strands that are extracted from the heart of the flower contain carotenoids, which are beneficial substances for the skin.

 Various studies show that carotenoids protect the skin, tissues, and cells against external factors and diseases.  Both natural extracts and dried saffron contain antioxidants and have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.  Both of these substances relieve dry skin and paleness.

 The use of saffron in skin care is not limited to the production of cosmetics.  In addition to using saffron-based cosmetics, experts also recommend using saffron with lavender in the form of incense.

 Just add some dried saffron flowers and also dried lavender in boiling water.  Then cover the dish with a towel and put your head under the towel.  Inhale this incense and let it eat your face.  The use of saffron in this wonderful incense cleanses your skin a lot and brings you vitality and youth.

 Medicinal consumption of saffron

 Common uses of saffron as herbal medicine are legendary and historical.  Saffron was used because it was anti-flatulence to neutralize abdominal pain and bloating and increase pelvic blood flow.  Medieval Europeans used it to treat respiratory disorders such as coughs and colds, fever, smallpox, cancer, hypoxia, and asthma. 

Other targets included blood disorders, insomnia, paralysis, heart disease, stomach upset, gout, chronic uterine bleeding, painful menstruation, amenorrhea, infantile colic, and eye disorders.  For the ancient Iranians and Egyptians, saffron was a sexual stimulant, a general-purpose antidote, a digestive stimulant, and a resistance to dysentery and measles.  Ancient European physicians and the doctrine of signature considered the yellow color of saffron as a sign of treatment for jaundice.

 Saffron or dried stigmas of saffron flowers have many pharmacological effects and are considered a strong and effective drug.  In recent years, research on the biological applications of saffron and its active ingredients have been able to have many clinical and health applications in humans.

 The bitter taste of saffron is due to the presence of a substance called picrocrocin.  During the processing of the fresh saffron plant, due to thermal or enzymatic decomposition, this substance is converted into a fragrant Aldehyde called safranal, which plays an important role in the medicinal use of saffron.

 Crocins, which are glycosides composed of a carotenoid called crocetin and sugars, also cause the color of saffron.  Other carotenoids such as beta-carotene, lycopene, zeaxanthin, and vitamins, especially riboflavin and thiamine are also found in saffron.  Crocin, crocetin and safranal are also the main active ingredients in saffron.

 Recent phytochemical and pharmacological experiments on the medicinal use of saffron have shown that these main substances in saffron, namely crocin, and safranal, have extraordinary properties, which are:

• Antioxidants
• Anti-tumor
• Anti-diabetic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-atherosclerotic or anti-atherosclerotic
• Anti-genotoxic
• Memory and learning booster
• Protector of neurons
• Anticonvulsants
• Reduces the symptoms of opioid deprivation
• Lowering blood pressure
• Lowering blood lipids and insulin resistance
• Increases tissue oxygenation
• Bronchial dilator
• Anti cough
• Stomach ulcer preventative
• Immune system stimulator
• retina protector

Consumption of saffron up to 1.5 grams per day is not harmful and considering that the daily dose of 30 mg of saffron extract has an antidepressant effect in depressed patients.  But the use of saffron with a dose of 5 grams and above is considered toxic and in a dose of about 20 grams, it is deadly!

 Dyeing and perfumery

 Despite the high price of saffron, this material is used as a fabric dye, especially in China and India.  This color is unstable in the long run;  Yellow and orange quickly turn into a creamy pale yellow.  Even at the same time, the flag saffron produces a bright yellow and orange color, increasing the concentration of saffron and providing red shades in the fabric. 

Saffron-dyed clothing, traditionally used for ceremonial celebrations, indicated that saffron played a key role.  In medieval Ireland and Scotland, monks wore a long linen dress called linen, which was traditionally dyed with saffron.  In histology, hematoxylin-fluoxetine-saffron staining HPV and mortar staining are used as staining tissues to create more visible biological structures under a microscope.  Saffron turns collagen yellow.

 Many attempts have been made to replace saffron with cheaper dyes.  The usual alternative to saffron in food, among others, is turmeric and safflower, which produce a bright yellow flame that is difficult to distinguish from saffron.  Saffron pigment is yellow crocin.  In Europe, saffron filaments are key components of an aromatic oil called crocinum.  Crocinum was added to the hair as a perfume.  Another application involved mixing saffron with wine to produce a yellow viscous spray.

 Conclusion

 Apart from being a spice for rice and saffron syrup, saffron is also used in various sectors of the food industry.  For example, saffron is used in various quantities in the production of beverages, cakes and bread, dairy products, and even the meat industry.

 Dried types of saffron strengthen skin immunity and improve tissue production.  The saffron strands that are extracted from the heart of the flower contain carotenoids, which are beneficial substances for the skin.  That is why cosmetics companies have taken the use of saffron seriously.

 Phytochemical and pharmacological experiments on the medicinal use of saffron have also shown that the main ingredients in saffron have extraordinary properties, including antioxidant, anti-tumor, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, anti-atherosclerotic, and anti-genotoxic effects.  It pointed out.  Of course, you can get all these properties from original and high-quality saffron.  So it is important to be able to identify the original saffron well.

 Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company considers the main goals and missions of the company to be the maintenance of quality factors of products such as taste, flavor, color, etc.  For this reason, the company has spared no effort in equipping its factories with the most modern processing and packaging tools for pistachios and saffron.  This collection seeks to achieve the latest technologies in the world for the production of original Iranian saffron as well as pistachio production with new and modern methods.  In this way, it can bring quality along with a reasonable price for its customers.

 Also, the pistachio and saffron packaging unit of this company uses the best first-class materials.  To maintain the nutritional value of the products by standard packaging methods, its sleek and beautiful appearance also looks good in the eyes of our valued buyers and customers.

Buying saffron directly means that the consumer of saffron buys his major saffron directly from the farmer and producer from the very beginning without any intermediaries.  The question may arise for you that everyone cannot buy major saffron from a farmer.

 Currently, saffron is planted and harvested in all cities and provinces of Iran.  Research has shown that the climatic conditions of saffron cultivation determine its quality and quantity.  For this reason, the quality of saffron that is planted and harvested in different parts of the country is different.

 How is it possible to buy bulk saffron from a farmer without intermediaries?

 Direct purchase of saffron from the farmer is one of the ways to reduce the number of intermediaries in the saffron market.  Farmers suffer the main burden of planting, holding, and harvesting saffron to harvest quality products from their fields.

 Despite this profit from the sale of saffron, brokers buy and sell saffron in the market.  Some profiteers may even cheat saffron for more profit.  By eliminating these people, with the help of buying saffron from the farmer, the opportunity for saffron fraud is reduced to zero.

 You must say that all people do not have access to saffron farmers and producers!

 Twin Brothers Company with the TBCNuts brand supports farmers and maintains the original quality of Iranian red gold;  It operates in the field of wholesale saffron without intermediaries.

Original saffron is purchased from farmers in the region and after processing and purification is supplied in bulk and wholesale throughout Iran.

Long experience in the field of saffron production and complete familiarity with the saffron plant; It has helped us to be able to market bulk and wholesale saffron with the highest quality in terms of aroma, taste, and coloring power.

 The best type of saffron produced by the farmer

 People think that the best type of saffron, which is better in terms of simplicity in grinding, is premium saffron, but some farmers produce saffron as a Bunch or the Sargol that cannot be cheated and its coloring power is as high as premium saffron.  One of the advantages of Sargol saffron is that its price is lower than other saffrons.

 Buy export saffron and bulk from a farmer

 Most farmers who grow saffron in large volumes also produce saffron for export because they use saffron dryers to dry their products faster and reach the export level in terms of the laboratory. Buying bulk of saffron is a lot for new customers.  They want to work in saffron, it is difficult because they do not trust easily, but in the Saffron Brothers with TBCNuts brand saffron collection, you will receive high-quality and premium saffron by sending it directly and without intermediaries.

 Saffron produced by farmers

 Perhaps the question for all of you is whether the saffron we buy is really from the farmer? Or where should we get genuine and direct saffron from the farmer?

 In answer to these questions, I have to tell you that all the saffron you use is produced by the farmer, but the existence of companies that are looking for more profit than saffron causes fraud in saffron and is bad for the farmer. To buy good saffron and you can mainly refer to our company because the saffron that we sell in Twins Brother Company is the best type of saffron and is taken directly from the farmer.

 To supply saffron in bulk, the Twin Brothers Company buys saffron from farmers and saves the original and pure saffron after processing the original quality; Delivering directly to consumers across the country and the world.

 If you are going to buy bulk saffron, it is better to get it from farmers.  You can contact us to buy bulk saffron from a farmer.

 Benefits of buying saffron from a farmer

 One of the advantages of buying saffron from a farmer is that you receive saffron of high quality.  After the saffron is harvested from the field, the farmers dry it immediately and bring it to the market.  There are many intermediaries in the saffron market, when you buy saffron directly from farmers, they certainly have a better price and quality.

 By buying saffron from a farmer, you eliminate all intermediaries, and fraud in saffron sales is greatly reduced.  You also get it at a lower price.  On the other hand, by buying from farmers, you also create support for farmers.

 The question for many is whether the saffron we produce has been harvested by farmers.

 Now, where can we buy premium and high-quality saffron directly from the farmer?

 In answer to this question, it should be said that all the saffron you buy is the product of farmers.  But the existence of companies that are looking for profit, causes fraud in saffron to increase.  And they also question the work of the farmer.

 To buy bulk saffron from a farmer, you can connect directly to the large collection of twin brothers.

 The advantage of buying saffron from a farmer is that you will receive saffron of high quality.  Saffron enters the market after being harvested from farms by farmers after cleaning and drying.

 In the saffron market, many intermediaries buy saffron from the farmer and deliver it to the saffron sales centers, companies, and factories.  In these centers, processes are performed on saffron and it enters the market in a packaged form with the name of that company.

 By buying saffron from the farmer, intermediaries are eliminated and the field of saffron fraud is reduced. Also, the price of saffron will be very reasonable and cheaper than the purchase price of companies' saffron.

 Buy first-class Negin saffron at a cheap price

 Among the types of saffron, Negin saffron is one of the best types of saffron for export, the reason being that premium Negin saffron does not have white and is all red.  Negin saffron stigmas have high coloring power because they are large and thick.

Preparing Negin saffron is time-consuming and for this reason, original and premium Negin saffron can be found in the market less than other types of saffron.

 Buy cheap saffron as a guarantee

 Our company has saffron cultivation farms and the latest equipment in the world has provided you with access to direct purchase from the farmer.  We are proud to offer saffron to our customers without intermediaries.

High-quality types of saffron for export, including Negin for export and Sargol for export, are available in bulk quantities, and you can order them in bulk to be sent to your address.  The quality of all products is guaranteed.

 In this regard, Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company with TBCNuts brand in a well-equipped and up-to-date space entered the executive stage and supply of pistachios and saffron throughout Iran and abroad.  Saffron greenhouses affiliated with the Twin Brothers Trading Production Company are offered directly to buyers.  At Twin Brothers Company, we fully monitor all stages of saffron production, including possession, consumption of fertilizers, soil conditions until harvest, processing, and packaging.

   Iran is one of the main saffron-producing countries that annually export a large volume of this product to different countries.  Considering this important issue, we have taken an effective step to stabilize Iran's position as a top saffron producing country, and we have played our part in this field well by producing pure Iranian saffron.

   Our effort is to preserve the name of Iran as a symbol of the holders of the best saffron in the world with the help of other top saffron-producing units.

Types of saffron products: Sargol saffron, Negin saffron, and Pushal or Straw saffron are offered in bulk and wholesale in this collection. 

Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world with extraordinary properties which is why it is called red gold and is one of the spice and medicinal plants in the world that is cultivated in Iran, Egypt, Spain, Italy, and Turkey, Switzerland, Pakistan, and the Maghreb. Saffron is one of the most important sources of non-oil trade in our country and every year more than 75% of saffron produced in the country is traded outside of Iran, including the UAE, India, and Europe.

 Types of Saffron

• Negin type saffron
• Sargol saffron
• straw saffron 
• Bunches of saffron
• Super Negin saffron
• Root saffron

Most people do not know much about the types of saffron. In this article, the Twin Brothers Company intends to teach you the distinction between different types of saffron and also the types of saffron trades, the best type of saffron, the most expensive, and the cheapest.

 What are the ingredients of saffron?

Saffron has various compounds that have made this wonderful and valuable plant more famous than ever. Today, the amount of these compounds can be measured by testing in laboratories. The higher the quality and percentage of these compounds, the higher the quality of this valuable spice.

 Saffron compounds:

• Safranal is the cause of fragrance in this plant.
• Picrosin causes a wonderful taste of saffron.
• Crocin is the cause of color in saffron and is also a factor in preventing cancer.

 Table of the nutritional value of saffron plant  Nutritional

(Source: USDA National Nutrient data base)

  Properties of saffron and its nutritional value

 Saffron has many properties, the most important of which are its properties like as below

• Exhilarating
• Regulating
• Anti-flatulence
• Stomach Tonic
• Appetizer
• Increase and improve mood
• Strengthen sexual power
• Skin rejuvenator
• Bladder tonic and diuretic
• Eliminates bad breath
• Sleepy and relaxing
• Memory power booster
• Helps improve heart and liver function
• Improves gout pain and uterine pain
• Reduces fever, headache, and nausea
• Reduces blood pressure and lipids
• Treat mild depression because it is invigorating

 Classification of saffron types

 Saffron is divided into different categories. The higher the purity of saffron, the better its coloring power and aroma. Of course, the quality of saffron depends on the place of cultivation and also how it is dried.

 Types and varieties of saffron

 In general, saffron can be divided into five categories:

1. Negin saffron
2. Sargol saffron
3. straw Saffron   
4. Bunches saffron
5. White root or style saffron

 These divisions are usually based on the method of separating the stigma from the saffron style.

 Introducing different types of saffron

 Negin Saffron

 The best type of saffron is Negin saffron. This type of saffron is known in Iran as the best type of saffron. Negin saffron has different types such as Negin, Like Negin, Super Negin, and... . Negin saffron is the best and most expensive type of saffron and this type of saffron is usually used to trade saffron. This type of saffron has a high coloring power of about 250 units.

 The most expensive type of saffron

 Production and sale of Negin saffron are very low due to the time-consuming and costly cleaning of saffron in this method and more activity required for processing. But for trade to Asian countries, Negin saffron is usually used. For this, the reason is it is named the most expensive type of saffron.

 Characteristics of Negin saffron

• The three branches of the stigma should be completely separate
• The ends of the stigmas should not be white
• Be colorful and well-shaped
• Do not have frustration
• There should be no sticky pieces in it

 Types of Negin saffron

 Negin saffron is the most expensive type of saffron in Iran and is divided into the following categories based on how saffron is processed and its characteristics:

Saffron Negin Press

 This saffron is pressed during processing and the red strands of saffron take on a flat and, in other words, flattened state. Negin Saffron is low in the market and if there is an order, this product can be purchased early in the season. 

1. Negin Super Saffron

 The most well-known and famous type of saffron among Negin saffron items is Negin Super Saffron, the mentioned saffron has a color quality, and good appearance and is a very suitable option for trade to Asian countries such as China.

2. Negin premium saffron

3. Negin saffron grade 2

Among saffron items, Negin is a medium to high commodity and is a good option for trade.

4. Pomegranate-like saffron

 Compared to other types of Negin saffron have lower quality but have a very reasonable price and is our first and best offer for packaging.

 Saffron Sargol

 Sargol saffron is actually what is in the minds of most people about saffron. 

 Other names of Sargol saffron

  Sargol saffron is also known as saffron Sargol, but other names are also used for this type of saffron, such as premium saffron, and root saffron, which are other names that are used for this type of saffron. For brewing saffron, Sargol saffron is more common than other types.

 Sargol saffron has the following characteristics:

• The stigmas are completely separated
• Stigma without white particles and completely red.
• Be colorful and well-shaped
• Do not stick together 

There are different types of saffron for flowers, which are not very common

• Its color is all red
• The stigma strands are thick
• The amount of Crocin and Safranal in this type of saffron is very high
• Very suitable for trade and use in industrial and medical and domestic uses and most importantly cooking

  Straw or Mancha saffron

 Straw saffron is the red stigma part of the saffron string with 1 to 3 mm of the yellow style part. Since the relative amount of stigma is higher than bunch saffron, its coloring power is also higher. Some people prefer this type of saffron because the stigma is attached to the style and reduces the possibility of cheating on saffron because the possibility of cheating is very low. It is easier to determine the authenticity of saffron in it.

 Characteristics of straw saffron

• The end of the stigma is white
• Has frustration
• Do not have pieces stuck together
• Saffron strands are coiled
• Be colorful

 Bunches Saffron

 Bunches Saffron is the most basic and main type of saffron, which is obtained by stacking and drying an entire string of saffron (style and stigma together).

The style part is usually 3 to 5 mm and depending on the quality of saffron the Stigma section can be shorter or longer than that. This feature is more related to the taste of the saffron cleaner, which is mostly women. If you want to get all the properties of saffron, the best type of saffron is considered by Saffron experts. This type of saffron has a wonderful aroma. Because it is a complete string of saffron.

 Characteristics of Bunche’s saffron

•     The end of the stigma has a lot of white
•     Has a lot of frustration
•     Usually in the form of pieces gathered together
•     Saffron is completely coiled
•     It is colorful

 Saffron Style

  By separating the saffron stigma from Style, the white part of saffron (Style) remains, which in Iran is called white saffron, the corner or root of saffron.

In Europe, this part is known as White or Style.

 Saffron white

 It is sometimes observed that fraudsters dye the white part of the same style of saffron with the colors, cherries, or the color of the saffron itself and sell it to people instead of Negin saffron, so it is difficult for ordinary people to distinguish Negin saffron.

 Saffron powder

 Soft saffron is also called broken saffron. When moving saffron with high volume, due to the many pressures and shocks that are applied to saffron due to relocation, some of it is broken, crushed, and softened. This part of saffron, because it loses its original appearance and beauty, is carefully separated and is presented as soft saffron.

 Soft saffron is sold at a cheaper price in the market and more in cases such as; Factory raw materials are used, which do not care much about the appearance and beauty of the product.

 Also, when differentiating saffron, in some cases, some of its strands are crushed and collected softly due to eating scissors. These grains are sometimes accompanied by Sargol saffron and sometimes to increase the quality of Sargol saffron, saffron grains are separated from them by sieving and packaged as soft saffron and enter the market.

 Types of saffron for trade

 Today, due to the difference between the price of currency and the dollar, one of the categories that have received special attention is the trade of saffron. To choose the type of saffron for trade, it is better that we first assess the customer's needs and then choose saffron.

 What is the best type of saffron?

Experts consider the best type of saffron to be Bunche’s saffron. This type of saffron has a wonderful aroma. Because it is a complete string of saffron.

 What is the most expensive type of saffron?

 The most expensive type of saffron is Negin saffron, which is used for trade due to its beautiful appearance.

 Negin Iron Saffron

 There are different types of saffron that few people are familiar with models of saffron. Negin Iron saffron is one of these saffron models. This saffron is mostly known to people who are active in the field of saffron trades (especially trades in China). The Chinese have a great desire for Negin Iron saffron and are willing to spend good money on it. Negin Iron saffron is one of the best saffron for trade, which fortunately farmers have been able to produce well. Negin iron has different models that make their prices very high. 

Negin saffron is one of the most popular saffron in Iran. But before we talk about how to buy Negin Iron saffron, it is better to explain a little about this saffron and explain what Negin Iron saffron is.

 Types of saffron suitable for trade

 Many people want to trade saffron. But they are not familiar with the types of saffron they can trade. They think that saffron is the best trade saffron because of the word 'trade', the best saffron for their work, which of course is not a very wrong interpretation. 

But what is very important is the taste of saffron customers! Negin Iron saffron, the size of a trade super Negin, does not have the coloring power, but its smooth and beautiful appearance makes some saffron customers prefer Negin Iron to Super Negin. Other foreign customers are mostly looking for Iranian saffron. Because it is a bunch of saffron that cannot be counterfeited at all and it is extremely authentic saffron. This saffron is used for medicinal and therapeutic purposes in some countries.

 What is Negin Iron saffron?

 Saffron is delicate and fragile, and the presence of saffron flowers takes great care of this valuable Iranian spice. The product that the farmer collects from his land is the saffron flower, not the saffron itself! Each saffron flower has 3 branches of saffron that must be separated from the flower.

Saffron flower

 Saffron is moist as long as it is in the saffron flower, and this saffron is not saffron that can be used. For this reason, these saffron need to be dried after being separated from the saffron flower. There are several ways to dry saffron, manually and by machine. If the saffron is dried by hand since this process is done completely by hand, likely, the saffron branch is not completely smooth and various depressions are seen in it, while the smoothness of saffron is one of the important trade criteria for some countries like China.

 For this the reason, is they try to use machines and machines to dry saffron. Saffron that is dried with a machine is considered smoother and more beautiful saffron, which is called Negin Iron.

 For wholesale or bulk purchases of high-quality and premium saffron, you can contact the TBCNuts brand from the Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company. The products of pistachio orchards and greenhouses affiliated with the Twin Brothers Trading Production Company are offered directly to buyers.

Trade of Iranian pistachios

 Pistachio is one of the most popular types of nuts in the world. Iran is known as one of the largest producers of pistachios in the world and annually trades significant amounts of its production to other countries.  The United States and Turkey also have a significant share in pistachio production and trade.  Iranian pistachio trade is one of the most profitable trade fields in the country and causes foreign exchange to enter the country.  This product has a high percentage of Iranian trade.

 In recent years, with the entry of the United States into the pistachio trade market, there has been a close competition between Iran and the United States over this lucrative trade, and the United States has been able to expand its pistachio plantations in California with the help of Iranians living in the United States. The average annual value of the Iranian pistachio trade is $ 1.2 billion. The third rival of Iran and the United States in recent years has been Turkey, although pistachio production in Turkey is very small against these two countries.

 Despite the higher production of pistachios in the United States in recent years, the volume of Iranian pistachio trades is still higher.  One of the main reasons for this can be considered the high annual consumption of pistachios in the United States. A large part of the country's products are spent to meet the needs of the domestic market, this is a great advantage for Iranian pistachio trades.

 Procurement and supply of first-class pistachios for trade

 Procurement and supply of premium pistachios for trade is one of the most important and decisive steps in the success rate of the trader, that you can provide pistachios with excellent quality and reasonable prices, to a large extent in the amount of demand and profit from Transactions will be affected.  In this regard, you can contact the Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company with the TBCNuts brand, which is a gardener and a major supplier of pistachios, directly and without intermediaries.

 The sales unit of the Twin Brothers production and trade complex is always ready to respond and provide the necessary advice in the field of bulk purchase and sale of pistachios, as well as the wholesale of saffron to esteemed customers throughout Iran and the world.  We do our best to gain the trust of our customers so that we can help them experience a safe purchase with reasonable prices and product quality assurance.

 Pistachio trade

 Given the annual production volume of pistachios in Iran, trading in the field of buying and selling pistachios can be an excellent option for traders.  Due to the high quality of pistachios in Iran, the demand for this product is very high.  At present, Iranian pistachios are traded to Vietnam, Hong Kong, Germany, UAE, India, Iraq, and dozens of other countries.  Kong, Spain, etc. pointed out.  To succeed in the pistachio trade, you must first identify the target market so that you can supply and trade different types of pistachios according to the needs of the destination country.

 How to trade pistachios (destination standard review)

 To start the process of trading pistachios, the customer needs to be considered, which may vary depending on the type of quality of the desired pistachio.

Usually, European countries are strict in this matter and the highest quality pistachios are traded to these countries.  In contrast, less developed and middle-income countries buy medium-quality pistachios.

 Therefore, by specifying the destination country according to their market needs, you choose the type and quality of pistachios.  Note that the type of traded pistachio must be by the standards mentioned by the customer and customs of the country of origin and destination.  Due to the inclusion of pistachios in the list of food items, some countries have strict rules regarding their import, and the trader must know these rules correctly and supply the product accordingly.

 For example, due to Germany's sensitivity and strictness regarding Aflatoxin levels in food, only pistachios with very low levels of Aflatoxin toxin enter the country.

Be aware that these rules may not be the same in different countries, so try to consider these before taking any action in the pistachio trade.

 According to the laws and regulations of all EU countries regarding the import of food and especially the standards of import of nuts and food in customs, it is necessary to obtain food safety certificates and observance of permitted limits from valid laboratories of the standard office and for some special cases.

Food or medicine approvals should be obtained from the country's Food and Drug Administration.  During these steps, it is necessary to obtain licenses and approvals before sending the goods through customs.

 Obtaining health certification for the trade of pistachios and their products in terms of Aflatoxin contamination is somewhat time-consuming that should be well considered in the trading schedule of pistachios to prevent possible losses.

 Pistachio trade method (required licenses)

 Going through the steps mentioned is one of the requirements for pistachio trades.

Proper packaging for transportation is very important after the preparation and supply of cargo and it is necessary to include all company information and cargo information on the packaging;

Of course, most of the time pistachios are traded in bulk, in which case you can hack the information on the sack or by labeling.

 One of the easiest ways to go through the customs process is to use the customs capacity of the place of supply.  In this process, to obtain the necessary permits, the customs and the standard office require the traders to obtain the health approvals of the product and the amount of Aflatoxin available.  Of course, if the pistachio is traded as a complete package of the company and has the health licenses of the packaging company, there is no need for re-approval, this method is for the trade of bulk pistachios.

 To get the standard and hygienic approval, first, the existing load is sampled, then it is referred to the food and standard laboratory to get the plant health certificate.  In all the above steps, you can use the help and advice of companies and people on leave to go through these steps quickly.

 How to trade pistachios (freight and transportation to the destination)

 After going through all the steps and getting the necessary licenses and standards, it is time for the pistachio to be loaded.  First, carefully inspect the container in which the pistachio should be placed and, if possible, disinfect possible insects and fungi.  Especially if the cargo has to be transported at sea, as high humidity can affect the quality of the cargo.  For dried fruits such as dried figs, due to the high sensitivity of this material, a refrigerated container should be used so that it is not damaged during transportation.

 In the trade of pistachios and other nuts, and the custom of international trade, it is very common to submit a final bill of lading containing the buyer's details to the international shipping company for final settlement, and the bill of lading and other documents along with the cargo for the buyer.  They send for final clearance.  After arriving at the destination, the buyer clears the goods from the customs of the destination country with the same bill of lading and other documents such as certificate of standards, etc.  To obtain the certificate of origin from the Chamber of Commerce, the transport bill of lading is used and after the issuance of this certificate of origin, it is sent to the final buyer with other documents so that the trade of pistachios can go through its final stages.

 Trade of pistachios to Dubai (UAE)

 In the basket of buyers and importers of Iranian pistachios, Germany ranks first with about 3,000 tons per year worth approximately $ 40 million, followed by Iraq with about 2,500 tons worth approximately $ 25 million, Kazakhstan with 1,650 tons with an approximate value of $ 15 million.  Dollars and the UAE with about 1,500 tons worth approximately $ 16 million and India, Spain, and Russia are the next largest traders of Iranian pistachios.

 Meanwhile, the UAE has been one of the buyers of the most expensive Iranian pistachios at 10 dollars and 74 cents.  It is one of the best options for trading Iranian pistachios.

Price of pistachios in Kuwait

 The price of Iranian pistachios in Kuwait is of very high quality due to the demand for hand-picked and luxury pistachios.  Kuwait is one of the other important trade destinations of Iranian pistachios. The pistachio market of this country, due to the quality as the main criterion for purchase, is often an importer of luxury and high-quality Iranian pistachios such as long pistachios and special Jumbo pistachio from Iran.

 Due to the demand for first-class and high-quality pistachios in the Kuwaiti market, the price of pistachios in this country is so high that many Iranian traders and traders seek to cooperate with traders in this country to access the pistachio market in this country. Therefore, supplying pistachios demanded by the traders of this country for people who work in this field is very important and has economic justification.

Trade of pistachios to Oman

 To trade pistachios to Oman, the premium pistachio and the so-called most luxurious type have been used since ancient times.  Since Iranian pistachios are of high quality, they have many fans in this country, and we can boldly say that the first and most important product that is traded abroad is pistachios.

Pistachio is the fruit of the tree, which according to studies has been on the table for thousands of years or in the dessert and snacks of humans.  This small fruit is available in four types of hazelnuts, Jumbo, Long, and Ahmad Aghaei in Iran. Pistachio is rich in antioxidants, fiber, and protein, and in a raw or roasted form and combined with condiments such as salt and saffron is always been one of the favorite foods of most people. Pistachio is one of the most delicious and popular nuts.

  Nuts are very useful in the fight against heart disease and pistachios are no exception.  Vitamins and minerals found in pistachios promote heart health.  In addition, pistachios are a great source of fiber, which contains a lot of unsaturated fatty acids and helps lower bad (LDL) cholesterol and increase good (HDL) cholesterol, so pistachios are not only delicious but also very useful.  Today, pistachios are also used as a flavoring for ice cream and desserts.  It should be noted that pistachio is one of the nuts rich in vitamin B and vitamin B6 in it is important for several body functions, including regulating blood sugar and hemoglobin formation.

 Pistachios are valuable because of their sweet and unique taste, their high nutritional value, as well as their varied and attractive colors.  Pistachio is one of the oldest nuts in the world that has been grown in the Middle East for thousands of years.  Pistachios, like all nuts, are rich in beneficial nutrients.  Pistachios are an excellent source of antioxidants such as lutein, beta carotene, and gamma-tocopherol.

 For some people, finding premium pistachios or buying bulk pistachios that have both the best quality and the cheapest prices is very time-consuming and tedious.  But TBCNuts twin brothers production and trading company, while maintaining the quality of its most unique products, including Iranian pistachios and the best saffron brand, offers a worthy service to intelligent customers.

Iranian pistachios are divided into four types

1. Long pistachio

  It is the most beautiful and tasty type of pistachio that has an elongated shape and a green core. Long pistachio roasted with saffron is one of the quality products offered in the production and trading company of the twin brothers TBCNuts.

2. Jumbo pistachio

 Although it has a large appearance, its color is darker than Long pistachio. Having a healthy diet including pistachios is a great way to help prevent diseases.  Pistachios are sold in the market in different sizes from small to large.  One of the types of pistachios that has a large and round appearance is the Jumbo pistachio.  This pistachio has a special and different taste and due to its large size, it is often used for decorations and can give a special and beautiful look to your reception table.  In the introduced product, high-quality pistachio is processed with a combination of saffron and has added to the good taste and aroma of this type of pistachio.

3. Round pistachio

 It has a small round shape and its color is like a Jumbo pistachio. Pistachios, whether raw or roasted, with their high amount of protein, fiber, healthy fats, and iron, can be considered a complete snack.  Or used in a healthy meal and even in a strong delicious dessert.  Hazelnut pistachios, as their name suggests, are smaller in shape and appearance than other types of pistachios, although they are slightly larger than hazelnuts.  One kilo of this type of pistachio due to its small size will include more than other pistachios, so combining this pistachio with nuts is more economical.  Currently, this pistachio has the largest volume of pistachio trades.  You can buy hand-picked raw hazelnut pistachios in bulk from TBCNuts Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company.

4. Pistachio Ahmad Aghaei

 This type of pistachio has a smaller appearance than the Long pistachio and is bigger than the Round pistachio. The method of identifying it is one open side and one closed side.  The quality of this pistachio has made it the most widely used type of pistachio for nuts.

  Also, each of these pistachios is available in different types in this company for wholesale pistachio:

• Raw pistachio
• Pistachio nuts
• Salted pistachio
• Roasted pistachio
• Pistachio slices
• Fresh pistachio
• In sell pistachio

 Ingredients and nutritional value of natural pistachio:

 Before examining the properties and benefits of pistachios, it is best to know what the ingredients and nutrients are.  According to research by the USDA, each pistachio size, which is equivalent to about 49, contains the following compounds:

 Calories: 159 grams

 Protein: 5.72 grams

 Fat: 12.85 grams

 Carbohydrates: 7.7 grams

 Fiber: 3 grams

 Sugar: 2.17 grams

 Magnesium: 34 mg

 Potassium: 291 mg

 Phosphorus: 139 mg

 Vitamin B6: 0.482 mg

 Vitamin: 0.247 mg

 Pistachios also contain iron, sodium, zinc, copper, vitamin C, choline, folate, ethane, and vitamins A and K.  Accordingly, pistachio has a very high nutritional value, which in addition to meeting the basic and daily needs of the human body, can also be effective in the prevention and treatment of some diseases, some of which are listed below.

 12 reasons to consume pistachios (main benefits of pistachios):

1. Pistachios are low in calories despite their high nutritional value. Therefore, everyone, even those who are looking to lose weight, can eat pistachios without any worries.

2. In general, all nuts contain various antioxidants that are useful in preventing cancer and other diseases. But research has shown that pistachios have higher levels of antioxidants than other nuts and seeds.

3. Pistachios are composed of lutein and Astaxanthin, which play a key role in eye health. Therefore, it can be hoped that by consuming pistachios, eye diseases such as cataracts and macular degeneration (AMD) that occur due to aging can be prevented to some extent.

4. Pistachios are a good source of fiber. Fiber is very effective in improving the function of the digestive system and helping digestion.  A 2012 study found that people who ate pistachios had higher levels of beneficial gut bacteria than those who ate almonds.  In addition, when a person has normal or bloody diarrhea, eating pistachios can help improve the disease.

5. Pistachios are a complete food, so for people who are on a diet to lose weight or are accustomed to eating raw vegetables, it is recommended to include pistachios in their daily diet. Because the amino acids and total protein in pistachios are more than in other nuts such as almonds and hazelnuts, which can meet their needs for this important substance.

6. Pistachio with its ingredients is a complete fruit that by consuming a small amount of it, a person will feel full. Therefore, pistachio is effective for weight control and prevents overeating.  This property of pistachio is also ideal for obese and overweight people to reduce their appetite by eating it in between meals.  A 2012 study found that people who ate 1.87 ounces of pistachios over 12 weeks had twice as much BMI (body mass index) as those who ate the same amount of calories as walnuts.

7. Another benefit of pistachios is the significant amounts of potassium in them, which has a significant effect on regulating blood pressure and thus cardiovascular health. Pistachios also reduce the level of bad cholesterol in the blood, which prevents blood from clotting in the arteries.

8. Eating pistachios is also very necessary for anemic people because it contains iron. The presence of copper in pistachios also helps the body absorb more iron and increases hemoglobin levels in the blood.

9. Among other benefits, pistachio is also useful in strengthening the nerves and psyche, which is also due to the presence of vitamin B6. This amino acid has an effective role in strengthening neurons and nerve cells.  Vitamin B6 also strengthens the immune system.  Therefore, eating pistachios makes a person resistant to various infections and cancers.

10. Pistachio is a natural elixir to protect and maintain the skin, especially the hair. Because it is rich in beneficial fatty acids, protein, and biotin. The presence of these three elements reduces hair loss, strengthens and rejuvenates hair, and stimulates its growth.  Pistachio prevents premature aging of the skin and makes it soft and radiant.

11. The compounds in pistachios make it recommended for pregnant women. Because pistachios are a great source of protein, unsaturated fatty acids, fiber, and other minerals and vitamins that in addition to relieving problems and complications of pregnancy such as constipation or diabetes, cause better fetal growth and maternal health.

12. Other extensive research has shown that pistachios are effective in preventing diabetes, reducing rheumatism and osteoarthritis, increasing male sexual potency, and treating some gynecological diseases.

 The wonderful benefits of pistachios that you are unaware of:

• Cancer Prevention: Because nuts, especially pistachios, contain large amounts of a variety of antioxidants, they are effective in preventing cancer and slowing its progression.
• Strengthen the eyes: Due to the presence of astaxanthin and lutein in the ingredients, pistachios help maintain eye health and play a major role in the treatment of cataracts and macular degeneration (which occurs with age).
• Regulation of cholesterol and blood pressure: With potassium in pistachios, do not worry about your blood pressure anymore because it regulates blood pressure and lowers cholesterol levels.
• Treatment of anemia: Pistachios, with their significant amount of iron and copper, help the body make blood and increase hemoglobin levels, and our advice to people with anemia is to eat a few pistachios every day.
• Weight control: If you are on a diet and are worried about gaining weight to eat a variety of foods, we must give you the good news that pistachios with very low calories, useful fats, and high protein will not cause weight gain at all. And is a good option to maintain your energy throughout the diet.
• Blood sugar regulation and diabetes control: Pistachios, due to their high antioxidant content, help lower blood glucose or (blood sugar level) thus ensuring diabetes control.
• Strengthening the nerves, psyche, and nervous system: Pistachio contains a lot of vitamin B6 (B6) and these vitamins make essential amino acids, which is why we say that nuts play a very important role in strengthening the nervous system. They have bodies.

 Criteria for determining the pistachios price:

 It is noteworthy that when harvesting pistachios, there are two types open-shell pistachios and close shell pistachios the price of open-shell pistachios is higher. Some of the criteria for determining the price of pistachios are as follows:

• Pistachio nuts and skin color
• Freshness and taste of pistachios
• Large or small

 Of course, we must say that these are not the only conditions for quality and price criteria, since other factors such as the characteristics of a variety, such as elongation and beauty, and… also affect the price of pistachios.

 What you do not know about the properties of pistachio oil:

 Pistachio oil is used as a moisturizer that is quickly absorbed and does not cause adhesions, which makes it a good choice for facial or body massage.  Pistachio oil with omega 6 helps to heal scars of surgery and facial wrinkles (especially wrinkles around the eyes) and its oral consumption increases intelligence, strengthens memory, and prevents Alzheimer's.

 Methods of using pistachios:

 Pistachios can be used as a healthy snack, in salads, cakes, desserts, with fish, or as a breakfast supplement as a food supplement that brings you the energy you need daily.  You can also add it alone or with other ingredients in your meal and for a healthy breakfast you can eat pistachios with frozen yogurt, cereals, oats, and oats and enjoy it. You can also eat pistachios.  Powder and pour a small teaspoon of it into milk every morning and drink it, this will ensure the health of your mouth and teeth and the strength of your bones.

 How to store pistachios:

 It is best to store pistachios in a cool, dry place, but if you have a lot of pistachios, storing them in the freezer can be a good way to keep them fresh.

 At the end

 If you are interested in buying pistachios directly after knowing about the amazing benefits of pistachios, refer to TBCNuts Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company to provide the best high-quality pistachios in bulk.

Saffron or red gold is one of the most expensive and valuable spices in the world.  In addition to food consumption, this valuable commodity is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry.  This product is one of the most pervasive markets in the world.  So saffron trade is one of the most profitable and profitable global trades for saffron exporting countries.

 Therefore, in addition to the countries that used to cultivate saffron in the past, today many countries around the world have started cultivating saffron in order to be able to establish themselves as saffron exporters in the world market and achieve a profitable trade.  Meanwhile, Iran is known as the largest producer of saffron.

 Factors affecting the quality of saffron

 Cultivation of saffron in cold regions has the best yield and is produced with high quality.  This is one of the main reasons for distinguishing good saffron from poor saffron.  The colder the region, the higher the quality of saffron produced.

 Saffron has a high resistance in cold regions and in cold weather and its onion can grow up to minus 40 degrees Celsius.  Since saffron requires less water than other agricultural products, its cultivation is suitable for dry and waterlogged areas.  Iran, as the largest producer and exporter of saffron, has the most coordination with the climate required for saffron cultivation.

 Continuing the process of production and preparation of saffron, if care is taken in its storage after harvest, high-quality saffron can be marketed.

 In addition to the climatic conditions and rich soil of Iran, due to the fact that in the past the care of saffron after harvest is very careful, Iranian saffron is one of the highest quality saffron in the world.

 After separation and drying in a suitable space, saffron should be kept away from light and moisture and in a glass cup.  If you do not follow the necessary tips, its essential oil will be reduced and it will lose its taste.  As a result, its quality, quality, and grade are reduced.

 It should be noted that quality dry saffron does not have much aroma.  But after moisturizing again, a lot of perfume is released and it gives a very good taste.  Saffron exporting countries can maintain the quality of saffron by observing the principles of saffron preparation and storage.  As a result, they are known as producers and exporters of high-quality saffron in the world.

 Saffron production volume in the world

 In 2018, about 105 tons of Iranian saffron has been produced and exported.  This rate has increased by 40% compared to previous years.  At present, Iran is the first and largest producer of saffron in the world.

 Iran's share in the world market is 44% of all saffron producers in the world.  105 tons of saffron only indicates the number of Iranian saffron exports and domestic consumption of saffron is not stated in this statistic.  Therefore, the volume of saffron produced in the country has been much higher than this amount.

 Ranking of countries in saffron production

 Iran and Spain are among the countries in which the culture of saffron production and consumption has existed in the past and are among the first and oldest saffron exporting countries in the world.  In the following, we will examine the countries producing saffron, including these two countries.

1. First rank for Iranian saffron

 According to the Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Iran has a share of 95-92% of the world's total saffron production.  Of course, most of its production is not registered globally.  Like domestic consumption, which is not in the global statistics.  Forecasts for 2020 are about 500 tons of saffron exports in Iran.

 To which countries is Iranian saffron exported?

• Spain buys 50% of Iranian saffron

 Iran, as the largest producer and exporter of saffron, produces $ 587 million annually, about 50% of which is sold to Spain.  Spanish saffron, like Iranian saffron, is of high quality, but the volume of Spanish saffron production is not significant compared to its imports.

• Hong Kong 16%

 After Spain, Hong Kong is in second place with $ 96 million.

• United Arab Emirates 15.

 The UAE is the third-largest importer of Iranian saffron with $ 89 million.

• Other countries 19%

 In recent years, Iran has exported about 400 tons of saffron to 60 countries.  Leading countries after Spain, Hong Kong, and UAE are Afghanistan, China, Italy, Qatar, Germany, France, Kuwait, Georgia, Taiwan, Netherlands, Bahrain, Oman, Australia, Japan, UK, Morocco, Switzerland, Belgium, and Canada.  Singapore, India, Hungary, Turkey, Malaysia, Iraq, Pakistan, South Africa, Poland, Philippines, Greece, and Austria.

2. Second place: Spanish saffron

 In the world ranking after Iran, Spain is the largest producer of saffron in the world.  Universities in Spain have conducted extensive research on saffron and are considering suitable conditions for growing saffron and informing farmers.  The climate of the regions where saffron is grown in Spain is similar to the thriving areas of saffron cultivation in Iran, such as Ghaenat.  The annual production of Spanish saffron is 25 tons per year.  However, it is one of the main exporters of saffron in the world.

 Spain accounts for 20.7% of world exports with $ 57.08 million.  The United States, Saudi Arabia, and Italy are the three countries that are among the first export destinations of Spanish saffron.

3. Third place: Afghan saffron

 According to the latest reports, in 2018, 18 tons of saffron were harvested from 6,200 hectares of cultivated areas in Afghanistan.  Saffron exports worth $ 58 million are a growing market for this country.  The saffron exporter ships significant volumes of its saffron to India, Saudi Arabia, France, the UAE, the United States, and Turkey.

 Afghanistan imports about 65.7% of its saffron from Iran.  Iranian saffron always plays the leading role in all countries.  The quality of Afghan saffron is close to Iranian saffron due to its climatic similarity and has many fans.

4. Fourth place: Indian saffron

 In the Indian state of Kashmir, more than 120,000 families work and earn money on saffron.  In India, about 200 villages in five regions of Kashmir state are producing saffron.  Saffron imported to India is worth $ 31.06 million and accounts for 11% of global saffron imports.  Most Indian saffron exports are sent to Hong Kong.

5. Fifth place: Greek saffron

 The lands of northern Greece are under saffron cultivation.  This saffron producer has a total area of between 1000 and 1200 hectares under cultivation.  The saffron obtained from the cultivated area of ​​this country is about 8 tons per year.  Greece has exports worth $ 9.47 million.

 Although Spain is the main exporter of saffron in Europe, Greece has also been able to establish itself as one of the main exporters of saffron in the continent.  Greece sends its saffron to France, Poland, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, and Germany.

6. Sixth place: Italian saffron

 The next rank of saffron production in Italy.  Italy produces about 600 kg of saffron annually.  This saffron-producing country spends most of its production on domestic consumption.  Italy invests in Morocco and is one of the largest importers of saffron.

7. Seventh rank: Moroccan saffron

 In recent years, after Afghanistan, the Moroccan government has been among the top supporters of saffron production in the country.  So Morocco can be considered one of the top producers of saffron.  The country has cultivated most of its mountainous areas with saffron.  The area under cultivation in Morocco is about 600 hectares and 500 families are engaged in this work.  Moroccan saffron is also of high quality.

8. Eighth place: Chinese saffron

 China has entered the global market in recent years as a saffron producer.  Saffron is imported to China from countries such as Hong Kong, Germany, Afghanistan, and Portugal, and after packaging and branding, it is exported to countries such as Saudi Arabia, Italy, Britain, and Hong Kong.  The country has now topped the list of saffron producing and exporting countries by investing in greenhouse saffron cultivation.

 Conclusion

 As mentioned, many countries are trying to gain a share of the global saffron market and establish themselves as saffron exporters.  Competition in this lucrative business is becoming increasingly difficult.  Therefore, it is necessary for Iran to take measures to maintain its position.  One of the important things in this regard is maintaining the quality of saffron in the transfer process.  Saffron packaging is a key factor in this regard.  A factor that in addition to maintaining the quality of saffron, creates high added value for the country.  It will also help make Iran's name more recognizable in the global market and among saffron consumers.

 In this regard, Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company with TBCNuts brand in a well-equipped and up-to-date space entered the executive stage and supply of pistachios and saffron throughout Iran and abroad.  Saffron greenhouses affiliated with the Twin Brothers Trading Production Company are offered directly to buyers.  At Twin Brothers Company, we fully monitor all stages of saffron production, including possession, consumption of fertilizers, soil conditions until harvest, processing, and packaging.

 Iran is one of the main saffron-producing countries that annually exports a large volume of this product to different countries.  Considering this important issue, we have taken an effective step to stabilize Iran's position as a top saffron producing country, and we have played our part in this field well by producing pure Iranian saffron.

 Our effort is to preserve the name of Iran as a symbol of the holders of the best saffron in the world with the help of other top saffron-producing units.  Types of saffron products: Sargol saffron, Negin saffron, and Pushal or Straw saffron are offered in bulk and wholesale in this collection.

What is a pistachio ounce and how to calculate it?

 Pistachio ounce is a criterion for determining the size of the pistachio. The higher the number of ounces obtained, the smaller the size of the pistachio, and vice versa, the smaller the number of pistachio ounces, the larger the size of the pistachio.

To calculate the ounce of pistachio, the amount of 142 grams of the sample of pistachio that we are going to measure ounce Note 142 g is a fixed number that has been used by pistachio traders from ancient times to measure ounce of pistachio and Used with a digital scale if there is no digital scale, you can also use double-walled scales, then we divide the 142 grams of pistachios that we have measured into five groups of pistachios. Note that each category only contains 5 pistachios. Now we count the number of five batches of pistachios. The number of batches of five available indicates the ounce of our pistachio sample.

To measure the ounce of closed-mouth pistachios, the above method is also used. To determine the quality of closed-mouth pistachios, break 100 grams of closed-mouth pistachios and weigh the kernels if their kernels weigh 50 grams or more.  The desired pistachio is of good quality, otherwise, the quality of the pistachio is low.

Because the pistachios in a bag or sack are not the same size, the pistachio ounce is sampled from different parts of the load to calculate the ounce.  Jumbo pistachios are 22-24, which means that the ounce of this type of pistachio varies between 22 and 24.

Important factors in pistachio pricing

Pistachio ounce, pistachio appearance, pistachio type, and percentage of pistachio mouthwash are the most important pricing parameters of pistachio.

Other pricing factors include the percentage of open-shell, freshness, and taste of pistachios.

 What do the numbers obtain as mean?

The number of an ounce you get can tell you how big or small your pistachios are.  In general, the higher your ounce number, the smaller your pistachios.  A low ounce number also means that the size of the pistachio is large.  In general, coarser-grained pistachios weigh more, and this is why.

 Grade of pistachios in Iran

 Pistachio ounces between 18 and 20: very large

 Pistachio ounces between 20 and 22: coarse

 Pistachio ounces between 22 and 26: Medium

 Pistachio ounces between 26 and 28: Fine

 Pistachio ounces between 28 and 34: very small

 The pistachios in the TBCNuts twin brothers production company are the highest quality pistachios that are sold in bulk.

 The pistachio ounces available in the TBCNuts twin brothers production complany are measured with the most equipped equipment and by the experienced experts of this complex and are packed in separate ounces.

 What are the famous pistachio cultivars?

The most famous Iranian pistachio cultivars include Ahmad Aghaei, Long, Hazelnut, and Jumbo pistachios, each of which has a different flavor.  If you know what the answer to the questions of pistachio ounce is and how it is calculated, other questions such as the amount of ounce of specific pistachio cultivars have occurred to you, you can find the answers to them in the following section.

 Jumbo pistachio ounce: 20-22

 Long pistachio ounce: 20-22 cultivars with lower ounces are picked and more expensive.

 Ahmad Aghaei ounce Pistachio: 22-24

 Hazelnut pistachio ounce: 28-30

 Is it necessary to calculate the ounce to buy pistachios?

 In answer to this question, we must say no!  Knowing what pistachio ounce is and how it is calculated can be useful for you; But as long as you are not one of the major buyers of pistachios, it will not be necessary.  How it is calculated is usually left to experts; Because it is an important and specialized job.

 See pistachios

 The appearance of colorful and beautiful pistachio, which indicates the quality and health of the pistachio product, is called pistachio sight.

 Pistachio with a whiteish color is of high quality, but pistachio with a dull and stained color is not of high quality.  But sometimes the stains on the skin of pistachios are not a sign of unhealthiness and it is possible that the pistachios were not well peeled during the grinding or the pistachios were opened late from the tree.

 The pistachios in the production company of TBCNuts twin brothers, which are prepared for shipment in bulk and wholesale all over Iran and the world, are high quality pistachios and the best pistachio brands, which are known as the premium pistachios in the country.

What is Long (Akbari) pistachio?

 Pistachio is known in the world as Iran.  The origin of the word pistachio in English also goes back to Persian through several intermediaries. These delicious nuts also have many fans, because they have a unique taste and many properties.

 Types of pistachios available in Iran

 The pistachio tree is composed of two sexes, male and female.  For this tree to bear fruit, one male tree must be planted between every 12 to 15 female trees.  There are about 60 to 70 types of female pistachio trees in Iran.  There are different categories of pistachios in Iran, from their appearance to the time of flowering.  In terms of appearance, pistachios are divided into two categories: hazelnut and almond.  Cultivars such as Jumbo pistachio and round pistachio are in the hazelnut category.  In the Almond group, there are figures such as Long (Akbari) , Ahmad Aghaei, and Special.  For ordinary people, this category is probably the most important category of pistachios.

 There is another category for pistachios.  This classification is related to the flowering time of pistachios.  Based on this classification, pistachios are classified into 3 groups:

• early flowering
• medium flowering
• and late flowering

 Pistachios are also divided into 5 categories in terms of ripening time.  These 5 types are:

• very early pistachio
• early pistachio
• medium clay pistachio
• late pistachio
• very late pistachio.

The very early harvest date of pistachio is until 31 August and the date of harvest of very late cultivars is from 1st to 10th of October.

 Long (Akbari) Pistachio

 Undoubtedly, the Long (Akbari) pistachio is the most famous in Iran.  This pistachio is very popular because of its appearance.  Long (Akbari) pistachio is in the category of almond pistachios.  Long(Akbari) pistachio has a high percentage of laughter and has a purple and brown kernel and dark bone cream skin color.  Long(Akbari) pistachio is late flowering and can be harvested in the third decade of September.  Long (Akbari) Pistachio is available in 20 to 28-ounce sizes.  Ounce 18 Long (Akbari) pistachio is also available in smaller quantities, but it has a much higher price and is considered a luxury product.  Long (Akbari) pistachio is a very long and large pistachio and its appearance is similar to the Ahmad Aghaei pistachio.

 What are the advantages and disadvantages of Long (Akbari) pistachio?

 Now that you understand what long (Akbari) pistachio is, we will turn to some of its advantages and disadvantages.  The desire of people to buy Long pistachios has caused Long (Akbari)pistachios to be more welcomed by farmers in recent years.  It is said that Long (Akbari) pistachios needed less water in summer and this may be one of the reasons why farmers want to plant Long pistachios.

 Long (Akbari) pistachio tree is larger and leafier than other pistachio trees.  However, it is more vulnerable to pests such as psyllids, and if left untreated, it is more likely to escape.  Long (Akbari) pistachio needs 1200 hours of cold below 6 degrees to reach maximum yield, and this is one of its other disadvantages.

  Everything about the difference between Long (Akbari)pistachios

 Long (Akbari)pistachio is one of the most popular types of pistachios in Iran, which have buyers in different European countries, China, India, and, and their export market is very hot.

 Pistachios have many hazelnut and elongated shapes.  Long (Akbari) pistachio is in the category of stretched pistachios.  However, this type of pistachio may have differences from each other.  For this reason, many people pay a lot of attention to the type of pistachio when buying.

 It is noteworthy that the tree of this type of pistachio is different from other pistachios in terms of height and transverse growth and also the bud of this type of pistachio is circular and short in length.

 Introduction of Long (Akbari) pistachio

The most famous pistachio in Iran is the long (Akbari) pistachio, which has more fans than other pistachios.  This type of pistachio has a larger kernel than other pistachios and the end and head of the pistachio have the same width and is known as open-shell pistachio.

 This pistachio also dries easily in the sun and has a variety of natural raw, roasted, and salted pistachios, roasted and salted with lime.  The color of the shell of this type of pistachio is creamy and it has a kernel of purple, brown, and greenish colors.

 The difference between Long (Akbari) pistachios and other pistachios

 Long (Akbari) pistachio is a very long and well-shaped pistachio (Super Long) that has customers almost all over the world, and this issue can have various reasons, which, according to pistachio experts, due to the easy peeling of this pistachio, the feeling it is good and in practice is classified as luxury pistachio. In terms of price, it usually always has a higher price than pistachios such as hazelnuts.

 In the meantime, according to these materials, the most important difference between Long (Akbari) pistachios and other pistachios can be attributed to the color of their kernels.  Long (Akbari) pistachio kernel is brown and purple.  But another difference between this type of pistachio is its harvest time.  So the Long (Akbari) pistachio cannot be harvested for several years and the trees of a garden for several years may not have Long (Akbari) pistachio and pass special winter periods.  If other pistachios are grown in any conditions and their planting is more economical for farmers.

 It is noteworthy that the difference between the Long (Akbari) pistachio and other pistachios can be attributed to the time of flowering.  So that the flowering time of the Long (Akbari) pistachio is later than the beginning of flowering of other pistachios in different cities.  For this reason, the Long (Akbari) pistachio is in the category of late pistachios.  It is worth mentioning that the Long (Akbari) pistachio is taller and more elongated than the rest of the group.

 The root of Long name in pistachio cultivars

 Naming pistachio cultivars does not have a very precise scientific basis and is usually based on the name of the person who reproduced the link.

 General advantages of Long (Akbari) pistachio and the reasons for its popularity

• If it is fresh and hand-picked, it will be crispy and very tasty, and this is one of the reasons for its popularity.
• Long (Akbari) pistachio is long and beautiful and looks more luxurious, and usually, people who see more beautiful pistachios think that it is better!
• Long (Akbari) pistachio is easier to peel and you do not need to put special energy into it to peel it, and this has given Long pistachio a luxurious look and it does not bother to peel for women who have long nails!

 Advantages of Long transplantation for farmers

 In terms of properties of Long (Akbari) pistachio compared to other cultivars, there was no specific article that could prove that Long (Akbari) pistachio is superior to other pistachios in terms of properties, and always directs the market needs to the farmer, and in recent years, Long cultivar in Iran  It is very welcome, of course, it should be noted that not only the issue of higher prices of Long pistachios and its economic cost, which has led to the increase of pistachios but also Long pistachios have less water consumption in summer and due to recent droughts, this  The issue is further since farmers are lucky to have Long (Akbari) pistachios.

 Disadvantages of Long (Akbari) pistachio for farmers

 Long (Akbari) pistachio tree, compared to other cultivars, has large trees and is very leafy, but it is more sensitive to pests such as psyllids and if left untreated, it can shed its leaves.

 Aging in Long trees usually always happens and even with adequate care of the trees, it is not possible to harvest a lot of trees every year.

 Pistachio trees need winter cold in different sizes to wake up after the tree has passed. For Ahmad Aghaei and Hazelnut trees, the need for cooling is less and it is usually provided every year, and for Long trees, the need for cooling is about 1200 hours at temperatures below 6 degrees Its winter, which is usually never provided, at least for the last 15 years.

 All kinds of Iranian pistachios have their customers in Iran and abroad.  In the meantime, the products of pistachio orchards affiliated with the Twin Brothers Trading Production Company are offered directly to buyers.

 Maintaining the quality factors of products such as taste, flavor, color, etc. is one of the main goals and missions of the Pistachio and Saffron Production Company of the Twin Brothers.  Our team seeks to achieve the latest technologies in the world to produce pistachios with new and modern methods.  In this way, we can bring quality and quality along with a reasonable price for our customers.

Saffron is a natural spice called red gold.  Due to its quality, pleasant taste, and smell, it has many fans worldwide.  The best brand of saffron is for Iran.  Iran accounts for 80% of the world's saffron, which plays an important role in saffron exports and job creation.  Iranian saffron is a strategic product that is widely traded in international markets.  Also, the countries buying Iranian saffron include European and Middle Eastern application drawers.

 Countries buying Iranian saffron

 Now we have to answer these questions. What are the countries that buy Iranian saffron?  To which countries is saffron exported?  Who are the buyers of Iranian saffron in the UAE and China?  What are the rules for exporting saffron?  How can Iranian saffron be exported to foreign countries?

 Iranian saffron is exported to 54 countries, including the United Arab Emirates, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, China, France, and Italy.

 The UAE is the largest customer of Iranian saffron among saffron buyers. The UAE is the largest buyer of Iranian saffron with 19 tons of saffron from Iran and Hong Kong with 15 tons and Spain with 10 tons, respectively.

 In foreign countries, the quality of imported products, especially food products, is strictly controlled to prevent the import of any low-quality products. Saffron is no exception to this rule, and on the other hand, because saffron is a precious product, quality control is monitored. 

This product is more 330 tons of saffron are traded annually in the world market, which is about 8 billion dollar annually.  Iran produces 310 tons of this amount, but only $ 400 million is the share of Iran's exports!

 In addition to Iran, countries such as Afghanistan, Italy, India, Canada, USA, Central Africa, Egypt, China, Germany, Turkey, Mexico, and France also produce saffron, but the production in these countries has never been high and is of low quality.

 Many problems have arisen in this regard, including the export of saffron suitcases and bulk exports to countries that do not produce saffron themselves or produce little, want Iranian saffron but are known as exporters of saffron.

 Lack of saffron packaging workshops and lack of knowledge of global markets and proper marketing methods in these markets has prevented the export of saffron in the form of packaging and the name of Iran to other countries.

 In this article, we talk about the countries importing saffron from Iran and guide exporters to choose the best country for saffron exports.

 Which country has the most saffron exports?

 Iranian saffron is exported to countries such as Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, Oman, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, India, Switzerland, Norway, Italy, Germany, France, USA, Netherlands, Turkey, Finland, and several other countries.

 Among the destination countries for saffron exports, Spain and the UAE import saffron in bulk without small packages.  What these countries are doing is they buy bulk saffron from Iran, pack it in beautiful packages, and sell it in the name of their country and brand.

 Although Spain has a very small share in saffron production, the saffron sold in the name of this country is better known than Iranian saffron!

 What are the best countries to export saffron?

 Before choosing a country, our strong advice is not to choose a country until you are familiar with the process of saffron export.  Choosing a country to export saffron is important where each country buys a different type of saffron according to its use of saffron.

 Generally, from the point of view of traders, the best country for exporting saffron is a country that is a blue ocean! That is, the people of that country accept the loss of saffron, but fewer competitors have chosen that country to export saffron.

 The type of packaging required for export is also important, and people's desire for packaging is very different.  For example, Europeans are more concerned with the environment; Therefore, environmentally friendly packages prefer metal packages.

 In terms of consumption, China mostly uses saffron for medicinal purposes, so it buys more than super quality Negin saffron.

 The economic situation of the people of the destination country of saffron exports is also important.  If most people in your chosen country do not have a good economic situation, they are looking for saffron with more reasonable prices;  Therefore, the type of export saffron is also different.

 To choose the best country for export, you need information such as:

• What is the distance between Iran and the export destination country?
• Familiarity with the language of the destination country or the existence of a person who can market the product in the destination country.
• Knowing how much saffron is imported to this country annually?

 Has saffron been exported to this country or not?

• What are the customs laws of this country for the import of saffron?
• What permits are needed to import saffron to the destination country?
• How is marketing done in this market?
• How do the people of the country of destination saffron export buy saffron more?
• Do they prefer traditional markets or do they shop mostly online?
• Do they use more sites or social networks?
• What are Iran's trade relations with the target country for saffron exports?
• What is the currency of this country and what is the price of saffron in the country of export?

 These are just a few of the factors that need to be considered to make a profitable export.

 Export of saffron to Arab countries

 Export of saffron to Iraq People

 Also, like our country, they are more in favor of saffron because of its unique color and smell.  Iraq's distance from Iran is much shorter than other countries, and also Iraq and Iran have a wide border that has several customs.

 The selling price of saffron in Iraq is in dollars, and most of the cities that use saffron include Iraqi Kurdistan, Najaf, Karbala, and Baghdad.

 If Iraq is your saffron export destination, you should know that saffron is widely used in zero months or religious ceremonies.  In addition to the health certificate, for saffron to enter Iraq, a certificate of compliance of the goods with the standards of Iraq is required.

 The documents required for saffron to enter Iraq must be translated into both English and Arabic. In addition, SGS approval is required.

 To enter the Iraqi saffron export market, you must have a good knowledge of its cities, because the financial situation is different in different cities.  For example, Iraqi Kurdistan pays special attention to the quality of saffron, but in some Iraqi cities that have a good market for saffron, the financial situation of the people is not very good, so it pays more attention to the economic benefits of saffron.

 Export of saffron to Oman

 Saffron exported to Oman is used in the pharmaceutical and health industries.  This country pays more attention to the antioxidants in saffron, so the quality of saffron is first and foremost for it.  The currency of exchange for buying and selling in this country is Rials, which is also worth more than dollars.

 This country also uses saffron in preparing food, for example, Muscat dessert, which is widely consumed in this country, is prepared with saffron.

 Export of saffron to Dubai

 Dubai is one of the countries on the Persian Gulf, which is located near Iran, and the sale and purchase of saffron are well done there.  The general public in Dubai has a good financial situation, so it is one of the destination countries for saffron exports.  * The three markets of Murshid, Krama market, and Deira market are the markets in which saffron is traded.

 Export of saffron to Turkey

 Turkey is one of the countries close to the Iranian border.  One of the advantages of choosing Turkey as a destination country for saffron exports is that it is part of the European Union. In addition, a visa is not required to enter Turkey, so one of the target countries for exports in Turkey.

 Saffron consumption is not very common among Turkish people, but saffron is used in various dishes served in Turkish, Indian, Arabic, and Iranian restaurants in this country.

 The country has created a large market for tourists who have traveled to Turkey from the Persian Gulf countries to buy saffron.

 Another use that Turkey makes of saffron is for export to European countries.  The selling price of saffron in this country is in dollars.  In this country, to buy saffron, more attention is paid to its packaging.  Obtaining permission to import saffron to Turkey, in addition to a health certificate, requires a COC license and a CE certificate.

 Kapali Carsi is one of the oldest markets in Turkey where saffron, barberry, and Iranian tea are exchanged.

 Export of saffron to Spain

 Spain buys Iranian bulk saffron at a much lower price in packages of 500 to 1 kg, then packages them in small quantities and sends them to European countries!  Abundant profits reach Spanish traders every year through the sale of Iranian saffron.

 At the end:

 Many people decide to export saffron after cultivation. Note that export is an important issue. First, you should be well acquainted with the export process. After choosing the desired city and country, you should be well acquainted with the market of this country.  Get information, provide saffron packaging according to the needs of this market and finally start marketing in these markets.

 Saffron marketing is also a very important category if you do all the possible work such as packing the city and market research, but you cannot do the right marketing; you end up wasting all your efforts.

 In this regard, Twin Brothers Production and Trading Company with TBCNuts brand in a well-equipped and up-to-date space entered the executive stage and supply of pistachios and saffron throughout Iran and abroad.  Saffron greenhouses affiliated with the Twin Brothers Trading Production Company are offered directly to buyers.  At Twin Brothers Company, we fully monitor all stages of saffron production, including possession, consumption of fertilizers, soil conditions until harvest, processing, and packaging.

  Iran is one of the main saffron-producing countries that annually export a large volume of this product to different countries.  Considering this important issue, we have taken an effective step to stabilize Iran's position as a top saffron producing country, and we have played our part in this field well by producing pure Iranian saffron.

  Our effort is to preserve the name of Iran as a symbol of the holders of the best saffron in the world with the help of other top saffron-producing units.  Types of saffron products: Sargol saffron, Negin saffron, and Pushal or Straw saffron are offered in bulk and wholesale in this collection.