BRC
IFS Food
USDA Organic
Kosher
Halal
Explore six premium date varieties—Deglet Noor, Medjool, Khidri, Sukkary, Ajwa and Khalas—sourced from our own plantations in Tunisia and trusted farming partners across the Middle East. Available in organic and conventional options, whole or pitted, with flexible grades and bulk packaging formats to meet your requirements.
BRC
IFS Food
USDA Organic
Kosher
Halal
Characteristics, origin, harvest period and available formats for each variety. All are offered in organic and conventional options.
Deglet Noor is prized for its translucent golden colour, balanced sweetness and delicate, honey-like flavour. Its semi-soft texture and clean finish make it a versatile choice for retail, snacking and food manufacturing.
CHARACTERISTICS: Golden amber colour | Semi-soft texture | Mild, honey-like sweetness | Naturally elegant appearance
ORIGIN: Grown in the Saharan oases of southern Tunisia, particularly in the Kebili and Tozeur regions.
HARVEST PERIOD: Typically harvested from October through December.
AVAILABLE FORMATS: Available in organic and conventional options, as whole or pitted dates, with multiple grades and packing formats.
Medjool dates are known for their generous size, soft texture and rich caramel flavour. Their premium appearance and satisfying bite make them ideal for fresh snacking, premium retail programmes and natural food products.
CHARACTERISTICS: Large size | Soft, fleshy texture | Deep brown colour | Rich caramel sweetness
ORIGIN: Sourced through selected farming partners in the Middle East and North Africa, including established Medjool-growing regions.
HARVEST PERIOD: Typically harvested from late August through October, depending on origin and growing conditions.
AVAILABLE FORMATS: Available in organic and conventional options, as whole or pitted dates, with multiple sizes, grades and packing formats.
Khidri dates are medium to large, dark brown dates with a smooth, chewy texture and a pleasantly balanced sweetness. Their firm bite and consistent appearance make them well suited to everyday retail, foodservice and gifting programmes.
CHARACTERISTICS: Dark brown colour | Firm, chewy texture | Balanced sweetness | Smooth skin
ORIGIN: Grown primarily in Saudi Arabia and sourced through trusted farming partners across the Middle East.
HARVEST PERIOD: Generally harvested from August through October, with timing varying by region and season.
AVAILABLE FORMATS: Available whole in a range of sizes, grades and retail or bulk packing formats.
Sukkary dates, also spelled Sukary, are recognised for their golden colour, tender texture and distinctive caramel-like sweetness. They are especially popular as a soft, naturally sweet snack and are available in different moisture levels.
CHARACTERISTICS: Golden to light brown colour | Soft to lightly crisp texture | Rich sweetness | Delicate skin
ORIGIN: Grown primarily in Saudi Arabia, especially in the Al-Qassim region, and sourced through established farming partners.
HARVEST PERIOD: Typically harvested from August through October, depending on the region and desired stage of ripeness.
AVAILABLE FORMATS: Available whole in soft and drier selections, with multiple grades and packing formats.
Ajwa dates are a celebrated Saudi variety known for their deep colour, soft yet firm texture and subtly sweet flavour. Their distinctive appearance and strong connection to Medina make them a sought-after choice for premium retail and gifting.
CHARACTERISTICS: Dark brown to black colour | Soft, fine texture | Mild sweetness | Naturally distinctive shape
ORIGIN: Traditionally grown in and around Medina, Saudi Arabia, and sourced through specialised local farming partners.
HARVEST PERIOD: Generally harvested from August through October, depending on seasonal conditions.
AVAILABLE FORMATS: Available whole in selected grades, sizes and premium retail or bulk packing formats.
Khalas dates have a soft, smooth texture and a rich, rounded sweetness with notes of caramel. Their attractive golden-brown colour and balanced flavour make them a popular choice for snacking, hospitality and retail.
CHARACTERISTICS: Golden-brown colour | Soft, smooth texture | Rich caramel notes | Balanced sweetness
ORIGIN: Grown across the Arabian Peninsula, particularly in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, through trusted farming partners.
HARVEST PERIOD: Typically harvested from July through September, with timing varying by growing region.
AVAILABLE FORMATS: Available whole in multiple grades, sizes and retail or bulk packing formats.
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