Sicilian Pistachio Industry: Bronte and Agrigento Production
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Updated Oct 13
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What happened
Sicilian pistachios are a major crop grown in areas such as Bronte, in the province of Catania, and Raffadali, in the province of Agrigento. Bronte is widely regarded as the world capital of the pistachio. The crop is harvested entirely by hand every two years on steep volcanic ground.
From italoamericano.org
Why it matters
The pistachios from Bronte are protected by PDO status and are regulated by a strict consortium. This status and the unique volcanic soil contribute to the high value of the crop, which is referred to as 'green gold.'
From italoamericano.org