Early-season organic red onion from Behbahan featuring glossy tunic, balanced mild-pungent flavor, and high antioxidant content for early-spring export.
FAQ
Harvest in Behbahan commences in late winter (February/March) running through May. This early harvest window offers a strategic procurement edge for fresh crops when northern growing areas are still in early stages.
Yes, due to Behbahan's geographical proximity to southern export terminals, transit is rapid. When shipped in ventilated containers on short sea routes, it arrives in pristine condition.
Due to wholesale market dynamics and seasonal shifts, commercial quotations are issued on a quote-on-request basis. Interested buyers can submit an official inquiry through iranco.com.
Rich in anthocyanins and phenolic flavonoids, Behbahan red onions feature robust cellular walls. However, being an early juicy crop, optimal cellar life is 2-3 months compared to late-season dry yellow varieties.
Yes, IRANCO processing protocols mandate sorting out double-centered, split, or peeled bulbs, ensuring that only single-center, spherical Grade-A onions are packed for export.
IRANCO contract farms in Behbahan undergo routine soil and crop testing by accredited labs, ensuring nitrate accumulations remain strictly below international Codex limits.
For transit exceeding 48 hours, temperature-monitored refrigerated trailers are strongly advised. For shorter hauls during cool spring spells, well-ventilated curtain-side trucks are acceptable.