Pistachios vanish from Diwali gift boxes this year as prices double, almonds rise 20%

Retailers in India are omitting pistachios from Diwali gift boxes as retail prices have nearly doubled and wholesale prices rose about 50% due to supply constraints, while almond prices have risen roughly 20%. Overall nut and dry‑fruit costs are 25‑40% higher year‑on‑year, though sales volumes grew 5‑7%.

Source: Pistachios vanish from Diwali gift boxes this year as prices double, almonds rise 20% — Times of India

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