Growing and Harvesting

How Pistachios Are Grown

Water management
To be responsible stewards of water resources, irrigation is carefully scheduled based on crop demand to maximize efficiency.

Soil health
Healthy soils improve water use, nutrient availability, and overall productivity

Plant Nutrition
Fertilizer programs are designed to increase yield and avoid waste

Pruning
Trees are shaped to improve light, airflow, and yield potential

Pest management
Monitoring and targeted practices protect the crop from pests and disease, while minimizing inputs and protecting the environment

Technology
Sensors, weather data, and imagery help guide decisions for water management, soil health, plant nutrition, and pest management in real time

At every step, growers focus on what matters most—producing a reliable, high-quality crop efficiently and sustainably.

Harvesting Pistachios

Harvest is when everything comes together. Timing and efficiency are critical to protecting both yield and quality. Pistachios are harvested when the hull, the soft outer layer, naturally separates from the shell—an indicator that the nuts are ready.

How Harvest Works
Mechanical shaking removes nuts from the tree

Catch systems prevent nuts from touching the ground

Rapid processing removes hulls and begins drying

Why It Matters
Harvest timing helps reduce pest damage and protect quality

Faster harvest means better product and higher value

Well-managed orchards are easier and more efficient to harvest

Modern harvesting is designed to be fast, precise, and efficient, ensuring pistachios reach consumers at the highest quality.