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Tariff Boosts U.S. to #1 Pistachio Producer, $2.2B Market

5/7/2026

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The United States became the top pistachio producer after a 241% anti-dumping tariff on Iranian in-shell pistachios was renewed on May 30 2025, following an International Trade Commission probe that found Iran selling the nuts below market value.
U.S. pistachios now generate over $2.2 billion and cover more than 22% of California’s tree-nut acres.
Mentions of pistachios on non-alcoholic drink menus rose 189% in four years, cementing the nut as an American staple.

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Story summary

The United States became the top pistachio producer after a 241% anti-dumping tariff on Iranian in-shell pistachios was renewed on May 30 2025, following an International Trade Commission probe that found Iran selling the nuts below market value.
U.S. pistachios now generate over $2.2 billion and cover more than 22% of California’s tree-nut acres.
Mentions of pistachios on non-alcoholic drink menus rose 189% in four years, cementing the nut as an American staple.