Organic Medjool Dates Large Premium

Fresh Organic Medjool Dates are simply irresistible! These Medjool dates are large in size and of premium quality.

Known as the "king of dates", these Medjools have an exquisite taste with a plump, soft texture. Great for eating on their own or stuffing with tasty fillings such as nut butter, chocolate or coconut butter (just don't forget to remove the pits).

No GMO. Preservative and sulphur free. No added sugar.

To maintain freshness, we recommend storing dates in the fridge.

Ingredients: Organic Medjool Dates (with pits).

Country of Origin: Israel.

Nutritional Information Per 100g

Energy (kj)            1160
Protein (g)            2.4
Fat Total (g)          0
Fat Saturated (g)  0
Carbohydrate (g) 75
Sugars (g)            66.5
Sodium (mg)       0

Growing and Processing

Organic Medjool dates are grown from date palm trees primarily in regions with warm climates such as the Middle East, North Africa, Mexico and some parts of the United States like California and Arizona.

Growing & Date palm trees require hot and dry conditions to thrive. They are typically planted in sandy soils with good drainage. Adequate irrigation is crucial & it takes several years for date palms to mature and start producing fruit.

Harvesting:
Organic Medjool dates are harvested when they reach maturity, typically in late summer to early Autumn. The clusters of ripe fruit are often picked by hand, and because they are hand-picked, the most delicate juicy Medjool dates can be selected. Harvesting requires skill and caution to avoid damaging the delicate fruit.

Processing and Grading
Once picked the dates are quickly sent for sorting and grading. The process is very labour-intensive and much care is put into the harvest, but we think you will taste the difference! These dates are packed in a state-of-the-art packing facility right next to the plantations which means that dates can be picked and placed in cool storage within a couple of hours. That keeps freshness and flavour and enhances our quality. Medjool dates are like a fruit, so when travelling long distances, such as to Australia they are usually shipped frozen to keep them fresh.

Sustainability of Medjool Date Farming:
Date palms are relatively low-maintenance and resilient to harsh growing conditions, making them a sustainable crop choice for farmers in arid regions. Additionally, they play a crucial role in preserving soil and preventing desertification.

Biodiversity & Carbon Sequestration:
Date palm orchards provide habitat and food sources for various wildlife species, including birds and insects. Maintaining biodiversity in agricultural landscapes contributes to ecosystem health and resilience. Date palm trees, sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and store it in their biomass and soil which can help mitigate climate change by capturing and storing carbon.

Soil Conservation:
Date palm cultivation helps prevent soil erosion and desertification, particularly in arid regions, protecting the soil for future generation. The extensive root systems of date palm trees stabilise soil, reduce wind erosion, and contribute to soil fertility.

Agriculture plays a significant role in the livelihoods of communities, particularly in regions like the Arava and Jordan Valleys in the south east of Israel, where our current dates are sourced. The primary source of income for residents in this area is agriculture. This farming community exemplify the triumph of human spirit over challenges in their remarkable achievement of the young and old from many different cultural backgrounds and nationalities coming together to make the desert bloom!

Dietary Preferences

• Organic
• Non-GMO
• No preservatives
• No Added Sugar
• Sulphur Free
• Vegan
• Vegetarian