Latest agricultural market trends and pricing
Market Insights & Prices
Daily reference prices, trade analysis, crop reports, and seasonal sourcing calendar — updated by our trade desk.
Market Insights
Updated: 5/15/2026| Product | Price (USD) | Unit | 24h Change | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Negin Saffron | $1,250 | KG | +2.3% | Qaen, South Khorasan |
* Reference prices FOB Tehran. Contact us for firm quotations.
Market Insights
Iranian Saffron Prices Surge 12% in Q1 2025
Tight supply from South Khorasan combined with rising global demand from the UAE and China pushed saffron prices to a 3-year high this quarter.
Mazafati Date Season 2025: Early Harvest Expected in August
Warm spring temperatures in Bam and Jiroft regions indicate an early harvest, potentially beginning late July — two weeks ahead of the typical August schedule.
Iran–Russia Trade Corridor: New Rail Route Cuts Transit Time by 40%
The newly opened Rasht–Astara rail link on the North–South International Transport Corridor (INSTC) is now operational for refrigerated freight, opening new possibilities for fresh produce exporters.
Pistachio Market 2025: Global Supply Tightens as California Hit by Off-Year
California's pistachio crop is in an off-year cycle, reducing US exports by an estimated 35%. Iran stands to gain significant market share in Southeast Asia, the EU, and Gulf markets.
Seasonal Sourcing Calendar
| Product | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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🌴 Dates | ||||||||||||
🍎 Apples | ||||||||||||
🍅 Tomatoes | ||||||||||||
🌰 Pistachios | ||||||||||||
🌸 Saffron | ||||||||||||
🥝 Kiwifruit | ||||||||||||
🍉 Watermelon |