ORGANIC PISTACHIO
Our nut processing provides us with large, high-quality pistachios with a high % of naturally split pistachios. We process 100% organic pistachios.
Once the batches of pistachios are received from our agricultural partners, the continuous process of nut drying and shelling beings. There is no more human intervention to monitor proper operations during this process, which is completed using special machinery.
Of particular note is the special low-heat drying system. At SAT Del Campo, we use a linear drying process so that the pistachio does not have to withstand excessive weight. By doing so with a limited flow of product, we are able to achieve less friction, with more efficient, impact-free drying. Pistachio shells that are free from buffer marks and stains.
24 STEPS
To achieve the excellence we strive for at SAT del Campo, our organic pistachios pass through 24 steps:
Crop origin
Statement for traceability
Unloading
Unloading the nut
Cleaning
Eliminating leaves and stems
Peeling
Eliminating the external cuticle
Weighing
All batches delivered by farmers are weighed
Sample collection
We will determine the physical quality of the pistachio
Pre-drying
With a blast of heat that dries the shell
Separating the pistachios
Separating the pistachios that have not been peeled
Eliminating peelings
Sifting
Sifting empty pistachios (table separator)
Line drying
Three modules, personalised advancement speed
Cooling phase
Temperature and humidity
Checking both parameters
Warehousing
Separating slit and closed pistachios
Breaker
Breaking the closed pistachios to remove the nut
Calibrator
Separating those that are split and closed, size and weight
Classification
Quality control with an optical machine
Manual quality control
Analytics accredited by the ENAC
Packing
Big Bags, 5 Kg bags...
Refrigeration chamber storage
At below 5ºC, with less than 7% humidity
Distribution
Product ready for collection
Tasting
At SAT del Campo, we use a linear drying process so that the pistachio does not have to withstand excessive weight. By doing so with a limited flow of product, we are able to achieve less friction, with more efficient, impact-free drying. Pistachio shells that are free from buffer marks and stains.
"We help our farmers earn greater profit for their efforts, becoming a part of an integrated business system based on obtaining, processing, and commercialising pistachios that are unique, direct from the earth, and with recognisable quality that is appreciated by our consumers"
David Pérez
Sat del Campo Manager