Dates

Premium Egyptian dates — Medjool, Siwi, Zaghloul — from Siwa and the New Valley.

Export Specifications

Varieties

Medjool

Premium large Medjool dates with a soft, meaty texture and rich natural caramel sweetness. Semi-dry at 22-26% moisture with a deep mahogany color; ideal for premium retail, gifting, and Ramadan programs.

Sep–Oct

Siwi

Siwi semi-dry dates from Egypt's Western Desert oases (Siwa, Bahariya) with a chewy bite and balanced, mild sweetness. Excellent shelf stability for long shipping lanes and bulk export programs.

Oct–Oct

Zaghloul

Native Egyptian Zaghloul, harvested deep red at the khalal stage — crisp like an apple with a light, refreshing sweetness. A beloved seasonal variety for Arab markets, sold fresh.

Aug–Sep

Hayany

Hayany soft dates — large, fleshy, and juicy with high natural sweetness and a tender, melt-in-the-mouth texture. One of Egypt's most demanded soft varieties for fresh consumption and juice processing.

Aug–Sep

Samany

Samany soft dates — medium to large with a smooth texture and gentle, honeyed sweetness. A classic Egyptian variety for the domestic market and Arab export destinations.

Oct–Oct

Deglet Nour

Deglet Nour semi-dry dates with a translucent amber flesh and an elegant honeyed, slightly nutty sweetness. Grown in Egypt's oases (Siwa, New Valley); strong demand in European markets.

Sep–Oct

Storage Conditions

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Humidity

Ethylene sensitivity