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ORGANIC NUTS

Organic cashews should be storedin a cool , dry place, away from sources of heat and moisture. They can be stored at room temperature during the winter when temperatures are cooler, but it is advisable to store them in a refrigerated environment during the summer, as higher temperatures accelerate product deterioration.
Glass has proven to be the best material for storing cashews (and nuts in general) because it is resistant to chemicals and gases, and it provides excellent insulation.

Organic almonds should be storedin a cool , dry place, away from sources of heat and moisture. They can be stored at room temperature during the winter when temperatures are cooler, but it is advisable to store them in a refrigerated environment during the summer, as higher temperatures accelerate product deterioration.

Glass has proven to be the best material for storing almonds (and nuts in general) because it is resistant to chemicals and gases, and it provides excellent insulation.

The USA leads global pistachio production [Faostat, 2022], followed by Iran and Turkey. In Italy, pistachios thrive in Sicily, particularly around Catania, Agrigento, and Caltanissetta. Turkey focuses its pistachio cultivation in the southern and southeastern regions. The pistachio fruit is small and elongated, with a light greenish seed. The calibre of the pistachio is given by the number of fruits contained in one ounce (28.35 g) and is broken down as follows: 20/22, 22/24, 24/26, 26/28, 28/30, 30/32. In Spain, pistachios are predominantly grown in the central region of Castilla-La Mancha. Pistachios come in numerous cultivated varieties. For instance, Kerman is known for its mid-early cycle and late blooming.

Organic pistachios should be stored in a cool , dry place, away from sources of heat and moisture. They can be stored at room temperature during the winter when temperatures are cooler, but it is advisable to store
them in a refrigerated environment during the summer, as higher temperatures accelerate product deterioration.
Glass has proven to be the best material for storing pistachios (and nuts in general) because it is resistant to chemicals and gases, and it provides excellent insulation.

Organic peanuts should be storedin a cool , dry place, away from sources of heat and moisture. They can be stored at room temperature during the winter when temperatures are cooler, but it is advisable to store them in a refrigerated environment during the summer, as higher temperatures accelerate product deterioration.
Glass has proven to be the best material for storing peanuts (and nuts in general) because it is resistant to chemicals and gases, and it provides excellent insulation.

The main producing countries [Faostat, 2022], are Turkey, mainly concentrated in two regions east of the Black Sea, Italy, and Azerbaijan. Historically, hazelnut cultivation in Italy is prominent in Campania, the leading producer, as well as in Lazio, Piedmont, and Sicily, featuring various varieties.

Organic hazelnuts should be stored in a cool , dry place, away from sources of heat and moisture. They can be stored at room temperature during the winter when temperatures are cooler, but it is advisable to store them in a refrigerated environment during the summer, as higher temperatures accelerate product deterioration.
Glass has proven to be the best material for storing hazelnuts (and nuts in general) because it is resistant to chemicals and gases, and it provides excellent insulation.

Today, pineapple is among the most cultivated tropical fruits in the world, following banana, mango and coconut. The main producing countries are Indonesia, the Philippines and Costa Rica [FAOSTAT, 2023], which together account for about one-third of global production.

Among the most common varieties:

• Smooth Cayenne, the most widely grown, sweet with pale-yellow flesh;
• MD-2 (Del Monte Gold Extra Sweet), valued for its sweetness and high vitamin C content;
• Queen, smaller in size with golden, crunchy pulp;
• Red Spanish, typical of the Caribbean, with fibrous and slightly tangy flesh.

Store dried pineapple in a cool, dry place away from heat and humidity.
During the colder months, it can be kept at room temperature, while in summer it is best stored in a refrigerated environment to preserve its flavour and aroma.
Glass is the ideal material for storage, as it is impermeable and preserves the taste and aroma of the fruit. Coloured glass also offers better protection from light, helping to maintain the nutrients and natural colour.

Mango is now cultivated in all tropical and subtropical regions. The leading producers are India, Indonesia and China [FAOSTAT, 2023], which together represent over half of global production.

The most popular varieties include:

• Kent, sweet and fibre-free;
• Keitt, juicy and aromatic, ideal for both fresh consumption and drying;
• Tommy Atkins, with bright red-orange colour and firm texture;
• Ataulfo, from Mexico, with golden flesh and delicate aroma.

Store dried mango in a cool, dry place away from direct light, heat and humidity.
During winter it can be kept at room temperature, but in warmer months it is best refrigerated to maintain its softness and fragrance.

Coconut is cultivated in more than 90 tropical countries. The main producers are Indonesia, the Philippines and India [FAOSTAT, 2023], which together account for over 70% of global production.
There are two main botanical groups: “tall” varieties, which grow slowly and live longer, and “dwarf” varieties, which are more productive but have shorter lifespans.

The most common cultivars include:

• West Coast Tall, typical of India, productive and drought-resistant;
• Malayan Dwarf, found throughout tropical Asia, with smaller fruits;
• King Coconut, from Sri Lanka, appreciated for its high water content;
• Tiptur Tall and East Coast Tall, largely cultivated in India and Southeast Asia.

Dried coconut should be stored in a cool, dry environment away from heat and direct light. During the cold season, it can be kept at room temperature, while in summer refrigeration is recommended to prevent natural fat rancidity.

Figs are grown in many temperate and subtropical regions. The leading producers are Türkiye, Egypt and Morocco [FAOSTAT 2023], which together cover about half of global production.

Main varieties include:

• Dottato, typical of southern Italy, delicate flavour and pale pulp, ideal for drying;
• Brogiotto Nero, dark skin and amber-red flesh;
• Smyrna, from Türkiye, honey-like taste and amber flesh;
• Kadota and Mission, common in California, productive and sweet.

Store dried figs in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct light. During the warm season, refrigeration helps prevent the crystallisation of natural sugars.
Glass is the best material for storage, as it protects the product from humidity and contamination.

The main cultivation areas are in the Middle East and North Africa. Leading producers include Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Algeria [FAOSTAT 2023], which together account for nearly half of global output. The palm thrives in hot, arid regions with large temperature ranges and well-drained sandy soils.

There are hundreds of varieties, but the best-known include:

• Deglet Nour, amber colour, soft texture;
• Medjool, large, juicy and sweet;
• Zahidi, light skin and firm flesh, ideal for storage;
• Khadrawy and Halawy, Middle Eastern types with honeyed flavour.

Store dates in a cool, dry place away from heat and light. In warmer months, keep them refrigerated to reduce surface sugar crystallisation.
Glass containers are ideal, as they protect from humidity and odours; coloured glass helps preserve the brown hue and soft texture.

Native to temperate Eurasia, the chestnut is now cultivated in many mild-climate countries. The main producers are China, Spain and Bolivia [FAOSTAT 2023], which together account for over 90 % of world output. In Italy, production is concentrated in regions such as Piedmont, Tuscany, Campania and Calabria, renowned for quality varieties.

Among the best-known:

• Marrone del Mugello, sweet, floury pulp, ideal for processing;
• Castagna di Cuneo, large and flavourful;
• Castagna di Montella, thin-skinned and firm;
• Marrone di Serino and Marrone di Castel del Rio, both PGI.

Store dried chestnuts in a cool, dry place away from light and heat. In warmer months, keep refrigerated to prevent mould or pests.
Glass is ideal as it protects from humidity and external odours; coloured glass also helps preserve aroma and nutrients.

Today, macadamias are grown in many tropical and subtropical regions. The leading producers are Australia, South Africa, Kenya and Hawaii (USA) [FAOSTAT 2022].

Two main species are cultivated for food use:

• Macadamia integrifolia, with sweet flavour and high commercial value;
• Macadamia tetraphylla, with a rougher shell and a slightly stronger taste.

Store macadamia nuts in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct light. In warmer months, refrigeration is recommended to avoid fat oxidation and loss of aroma.
Glass is the ideal storage material, as it protects from humidity and oxygen.

Pinus pinea grows naturally along the Mediterranean coast on sandy soils and in temperate climates. Major global producers also include China, Russia, Mongolia and North Korea, where similar species such as Pinus koraiensis and Pinus sibirica are cultivated. European pine nuts, though smaller in volume, are renowned for their distinctive aroma and balanced oil content.
In Italy, the main growing areas are Tuscany (San Rossore, Maremma), Lazio, Campania and Sardinia, where century-old pine groves are still managed and harvested. Spain and Portugal also boast a strong tradition.

Store pine nuts in a cool, dry place away from heat and light. Due to their high content of unsaturated fats, they are sensitive to oxidation: refrigeration during warm months is recommended.