Organic Dates, pitted



EU-Landwirtschaft
Main areas of cultivation:
Egypt, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Iran, Morocco, Iraq, Libya, USA
Description:
Dates grow on date palms. The palm trees reach up to 100 feet in height. The fruits grow in panicles. It takes approximately five to seven months for dates to reach full ripeness. Some countries use mechanic-harvesting methods, but most plantations still harvest dates manually. Dates are a natural source for fiber.
Uses:
Dates are a popular ingredient in many dishes like salad, cakes or tapas.