Zahedi Dates
There are many places in the world where this date is cultivated, including Kermanshah, Khuzestan, Bushehr, Hormozgan and south of Fars province. It is suitable for planting and harvesting all kinds of dates in Iran due to its diverse climate (warm and dry climates are ideal for growing Zahedi dates ) and the harvest rate is high for these dates.
Along with its valuable and tasty properties, this date is one of the market-friendly types and has a high consumption rate. Several types of dates grow in Iran, including the Zahedi dates, which can be used as sugar by diabetics.
Low price, high quality and nutritional value make these dates ideal for consumption. Additionally, it is even suitable for diabetics looking for a lower-sugar alternative to regular candy.
Light brown, or Qasb, or Zahedi in Arabic, is the best type of Zahedi date. We export most to Arab, African and Afghan countries since this date is so popular. The amount of dates harvested each year equals thousands of tons, with a large portion being used domestically and the remainder being exported.
In addition to its sweet taste and soft texture, it contains fiber, potassium, magnesium, vitamins, and minerals, making it a nutritious snack. Zahedi dates are also easy to store, making them a versatile food.
Zahedi's appearance
This date is oval in shape and brown in color with a moderate level of stickiness to the kernel. It is a dry type date. The thorn ripens in September, but the fully ripe fruit is harvested by the end of September. It tastes sweet and smells delicious.
Due to its unique flavor and texture, it is popular with date enthusiasts. Due to its high sugar content, the Zahedi date has a sticky yet firm texture and a pleasant sweet taste due to its unique flavor and texture. In addition to vitamins and minerals, it is nutritious and delicious.
Zahedi dates contain high amounts of sugar, along with essential vitamins and minerals. These dates have a unique flavor and texture due to their sugar and nutrients. Additionally, their moderate shelf life makes them popular date snacks.
History of Zahedi Dates
Zahedi date palm words are linked to pre-Sumerian languages, according to scholar Benno Landsberger. Date palm cultivation predates Sumerian civilization, according to sources. The date palm is believed to have originated in India and the Indus Valley settlements.
India may have been the source of the date palm idea, spreading to the Near East and Egypt. As a reliable food source and important component of commerce, the date palm provided a significant impact on early civilizations.
The Date palm tree was introduced to Iran by Iraq in the 19th century. It was cultivated widely in Iran because of good conditions for its growth.
Zahedi date cultivation areas in Iran
In Iran, many parts cultivate the Zahedi date, a palm tree that can survive a variety of tropical climates. Kazerun, Khorramshahr, Ahvaz, Qir and Karzin, Farashband, Barazjan, Bushehr, Firozabad, Lar, Khuzestan, and other Iranian cities produce this date. Iraq and America also cultivate this palm.
Generally, Zahedi dates are grown in Iran, especially in Qirokarzin and Bushehr, where the Zahedi date palm grows well in the arid climate.
Aside from the Zahedi date’s sweet taste and nutritional value, Iranian farmers have also applied cultivation techniques to increase its yield and quality.
Harvesting Time
As described, Zahedi dates are semi-dry and easily fall to the ground when it’s close to harvest. It’s one of the late-ripening dates.
“Kharak” is a dry type of this date, but “Rotab” is a wet type. As they are semi-dry, Rotab dates tend to contain more sugar, making them sweeter than Kharak dates. Upon harvesting them, their flavor grows sweeter and fuller as they ripen.
Maintenance of Zahedi dates
Since Zahedi dates are semi-dry, their storage conditions are different than those of high humidity dates.
This date has a long shelf life, which makes it popular with traders. It can be stored without refrigeration under normal weather conditions. To prevent loss, including insect growth, it must be refrigerated for extended periods of time. A cool and dry place can keep it for one year.
Its long shelf life, which does not require cold storage, has made it easy to transport this date to the farthest places of need. This is a significant advantage and has attracted buyers for export.
Zahedi dates export destinations
Our country exports a large number of Zahedi dates, along with being one of the best dates to find in Iran. Countries with Muslim minorities generally buy dates, and Ramadan is the peak time for buying and selling dates.
Its high durability and ease of transportation have made it a popular export product. The countries that buy large quantities of Zahedi dates from Iran every year are as follows:
- Oman
- Emirates
- Pakistan
- India
Properties of dried Zahedi dates
Besides its nutrients, dry Zahedi dates contain more fiber than other dates, and they also have a lot of carbohydrates. Each hundred grams contains around 280 calories, which can lead to excessive weight gain. A person feels full after eating dry Zahedi dates.
Every hundred grams of dry Zahedi dates contain lots of calories, sugar, fat, carbohydrates, protein, and fiber.
The vitamins in dates can help treat some diseases and prevent others.
There are many health benefits to dates, such as protection from colds, fatty liver, constipation in pregnancy, strokes, heart attacks, cancer, digestive problems, osteoporosis, and Alzheimer’s.
Packaging
Exporting dates fruits successfully to other countries requires excellent packaging. To keep dates in good condition during transit, it is crucial that they are properly packaged and preserved. A key factor in the success of dates fruits exports is packaging, which impacts the shelf life of the product.
By properly packaging dates, contaminants, pests, and environmental factors are kept away, while their flavor and texture remain. Additionally, it extends the shelf life of the dates, allowing them to remain fresh even after long travels.
By keeping dates moist, the packaging prevents them from becoming too dry or too soft. In addition to protecting them against light and temperature fluctuations, it also acts as a barrier against bacteria, which can also ruin the datesad.
Using a package that absorbs the country of destination is also crucial when testing these dates. It is important to take into account different shipping laws and regulations in different countries, such as weight and size restrictions, taxes, and customs fees.
Packages that incorporate the destination country can meet these requirements. This reduces the likelihood of packages being held up at customs or returned due to noncompliance with country regulations, as well as taxes and fees. Customers are negatively affected by delivery delays.
The packaging and grading design of Zahedi Dates are available in three types, in order to ensure their success on the international market:
- Featuring a shipping structure of 12 x 600 gr carton boxes of grade A.
- With a filling system of 5 kg loose and grade A.
- With a grade of B and a packaging method of loose 5 kg.
FAQ
Questions about ZAHEDI dates
How can I choose the best Iranian date?
Iranian dates have different shapes and colors. There are dried, semi-dried and moist dates in Iran and are usually found in round or oval shapes and black, brown, and golden colors. You can read the specifications of each product on Royal Dates Website and compare the dates.
To what countries can you ship Iranian dates?
ROYAL Dates Company exports Iranian dates all over the world. Countries bordering the Persian Gulf and Asian countries are the main importers of Iranian dates.
What is the best kind of Iranian date for import?
All the products introduced by ROYAL Dates website are the most exported products but Mazafati dates and Piarom dates have the largest amount of export from Iran.