As the winters arrive, the demand for the 50 types of Dry Fruits in Pakistan also increases. Everyone loves the little nuts as a big source of nutrition for the human body. Not just for the taste but for the powering benefits of dry fruits making them the best ingredients in the winter season. Today, the MGC Blog will answer a few common questions about dry fruits. 

Which City Is Famous For Dry Fruits in the Country?

Pakistan is rich in natural resources including almost 50 types of dry fruit reserves in Balochistan, KPK, and Gilgit Baltistan. The most common districts with the highest production of dry fruits and nuts include;

Quetta, Pishin, Zhob, Kalat, and Lorala districts in Balochistan 

Peshawar, Sawat, Mardan, Bunir, Chitral, and Hunza districts in KPK

Skardo, Shigar, Roundu, Khaplo,  and Baltistan districts in Gilgit-Baltistan

Dry Fruits in Pakistan include dozens of types of almonds, raisins, pistachio, cashew nuts, peanuts, pinenuts, dry cherry, dry apricots, dates, coconut, walnuts, figs, berries, chickpeas, dry chowara.

Best Quality Almonds in Pakistan

Badams are known as the powerhouse of nine minerals. The minerals of almonds include Calcium, Manganese, Iron, Vitamin E, Niacin, Selenium, Copper, Phosphorus, and Zinc. You can find the world’s best quality almonds in Pakistan in various districts including Zhob, Kalat, Killah Saifullah, Pishin, Mastung, Khuzdar, and Ziarat. The types of Badam Almonds in Pakistan include Australian Kagazi badam, Kalmi badam, Gurbani badam, American softshell almond, American almond Giri, Kagazi almond, and Abdul Wahidi badam. 

Almonds are one of the most common dry fruits in Pakistan including dates, raisins, and figs. Usually, they are famous for brain and heart health, the other benefits of badams include blood-sugar control, improvement of skin, hair, and teeth health, cholesterol control, and weight loss,  A common question about the intake of this powerful nut is how many almonds a day? Experts suggest 30g of almonds a day, however, the centuries-old formula for badam is to eat three soaked almonds a day for balanced nutrition. 

King of Dry Fruits in Pakistan

Although hundreds of types of dry fruits are produced in the Asian country the king of dry fruits in Pakistan is the Pine Nut. There are multiple Pinenuts benefits for skin and hair. Commonly known as Chilghoza, their vitamin-A nutrient kills cancerous cells and helps develop immunity against cholesterol, breast cancer, and colorectal cancer. The minerals-packed nuts improve bone health, brain, and heart functions. Step into the natural wonderland of Balochistan, and you will find forests of pine trees. Pine nuts in Pakistan are also produced in the KPK, Gilgit, and Kashmir regions. 

What is the Best Time to Eat Dry Fruits?

The best time to eat dry fruits is winter when the temperature is low and dry fruits like pine nuts, dates, figs, walnuts, and peanuts provide a cozy warmth to the body and keep a person healthy with rich nutrients. Eating soaked almonds in the morning provides energy and boosts the brain.  Best Tips to Eat Dry Fruits include soaked raisins to improve appetite, cashew nuts for fiber,s and milk-soaked figs for weight gain and as a solution for constipation. The benefits of eating dry fruits include strength, warmness, and nutrient health. It helps maintain blood sugar levels, provide immunity, and improve hair and skin health. 

Demand and Prices of Dry Fruit Types in Pakistan

As winter peaks in December and January, the demand for dry fruits increases.  Hawkers baking peanuts on carts around the street corners is a pleasant sight during cold winters. With increasing demand, the Pine nuts dry fruit prices in Pakistan reach Rs 21,000 per kg and the cost of different types of badams ranges from Rs 800 to Rs 1000 per 250gm. However, the prices vary from market to market due to the lack of a standardized pricing system.

The All Pakistan Dry Fruits Importers and Exporters Association (APDIEA) is a platform that aims to work for the dry fruits industry in Pakistan. Dry Fruits are the delights of winter. If you have not yet filled the jars with roasted cashew nuts dry apricots, and hot peanuts, you might be missing out on the real vibe of winter in Pakistan.