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Wonderful Orchards

Lost Hills, CA, USA
Est. 1978
92
Composite Score

Largest pistachio grower in the world with sustainable farming practices

Certifications:non-gmorainforest-alliance
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Sustainability & Performance Metrics
Key indicators measuring environmental impact, social responsibility, and operational excellence
Water Efficiency
94/100
Carbon Footprint
1.2 kg CO₂/kg pistachios
Good - Below industry average
Fair Labor Score
88/100
Traceability
96/100
Quality Score
94/100
Specialties
  • Vertical integration
  • Water conservation
  • Solar power
Production Capacity
150,000 tons
Annual volume
Harvest & Seasonal Information
Fresh pistachio availability and harvest timing
Harvest Season
fall
Peak Months
September, October
Harvest Window
4-6 weeks
Seasonal Availability

Fresh Sept-Oct, stored year-round

Sources From
Where Wonderful Orchards gets their pistachio materials
Heritage Pistachio Genetics
nursery • Kerman, USA
excellent
Supplies To
Where Wonderful Orchards sells their pistachio products
Wonderful Pistachios Processing
processor • Lost Hills, USA
excellent
California Pistachio Growers Association
cooperative • Fresno, USA
excellent