Top and Best Dry Fruits Of Gilgit Baltistan

The economy of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) is mostly dependent on agriculture and nuts. Although this region is well known for producing almonds, apricots, cherries, and other nuts, the almond is by far the most well-known fruit. All areas of Great Britain have a variety of almonds. The main characteristic of GB is that it is a rural society with little urban areas where the majority of people work in agriculture.

Long-standing issues that Gilgit-Baltistan is dealing with include the profitability of the dry fruit industry. Travel, a lack of storage facilities, a lack of packing materials suitable for export, and quality control Facilities for grading and sanitation lower the value of the fruits. The many marketplaces in Gilgit-Baltistan might develop into a centre for trade between Pakistan and China. In this situation, the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) can serve as a gateway for both nations. In this scenario, exporting the finest will allow the people of Great Britain to make enormous sums.

There are many different types of dry fruits grown and harvested in Gilgit Baltistan, including almonds, apricots, apples, peaches, plums, pears, cherries, and figs. These dry fruits are grown in the region’s orchards and are known for their high quality and taste.

Almond

The most well-liked dry fruit is the almond, which has a great diversity and comes from every area in Gilgit Baltistan. Each variety has unique traits of its own. Almond production in Gilgit-Baltistan averages 120,650 tons per year. Exporting almonds might bring in billions of rupees for British farmers. Gilgit-Baltistan is renowned for its fresh and dried almonds because of its organic makeup and tasty flavor. It is the best habitat for the natural development of fruits and vegetables due to the absence of pollution and the abundance of water resources.

Mulberry

The most popular and tasty dry fruit in Gilgit Baltistan is the mulberry. There are two well-known types: “Bidana” and “Broosay.” While Bidana is white, Shahtoot has two colors: black and red. The other kind, known as Karfoosay, is dried and kept for the winter instead of being consumed fresh. The biggest issue with mulberries is wind since the fruit stems are so delicate that even a gentle breeze can break them, causing the fruits to fall to the ground and become unusable.

Walnut

The most popular dry fruit in this area is walnuts. They are typically sold at neighborhood markets, where they are then sent to other areas. Walnuts may be diced and used to favorite salads, vegetable dishes, desserts, or ice cream as well as consumed as a nutritious snack. It is possible to extract oils from walnuts that are devoid of cholesterol and fat and have a very high market price and shelf life.

Dry Apricot

The vibrant fruit with a flavorful, sweet aroma is the apricot. The dried apricot is made by naturally dehydrating the fruit to enhance flavor without sacrificing any of its nutritional value. Calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, vitamin A, and vitamin c are all present in dried apricots. These minerals are crucial for sustaining a healthy body and preventing many ailments. The rich and delicious apricots from the fields of Shigar and Kharmang are brought to you by Gilgit Baltistan and naturally dried (sun dried) to the highest standards.Enjoy the sweetness and benefits these round golden-orange eye delights have to offer

Benefits:

• Good Source of Vitamin A
• Rich in Fiber
• Good for Your Heart
• Very nutritious and low in calories
• High in antioxidants
• May promote eye health
• May boost skin health
• High in potassium
• May protect your liver

It is estimated there are a total of 2,971,935 apricot trees in GB and apricots are the most common fruit grown with an average 15 trees per household.Although there isn’t a lot of output and there aren’t enough Gilgit Baltistan apricots to supply the entire Pakistani market, they are the sweetest and tastiest. Because of this, apricot importation is required.The apricots from this region of Gilgit Baltistan are highly well-known throughout Pakistan and Great Britain (Skardu, Shigar, Kharmang, Hunza, Gilgit, Nagar). Gilgit Baltistan produces three different varieties of apricots (khubani): apricots with numerous layers of sulfur, apricots with a single layer of sulfur, and apricots without sulfur.

Kilao

Kilao is a unique item made in Gilgit Baltistan. The product is exclusive to our area. This product is made by our carefully trained staff in an exceptionally clean facility. Essentially, it is a walnut covered in grape juice (juice contain grapes, apricot, and mulberries). It gives the walnut a flavor that is really unusual. Due to its distinctive flavor and taste, it is quite well-known in our area as well. In actuality, this is one of our best-selling items. We sold more than 1000 kg to Pakistan’s whole country in 2019.