al bogari Commodities is a prominent trader and supplier of rice in the Middle East, Africa and Asian markets. We have established a large international rice-sourcing network that enables us to supply high quality rice from India, Thailand and Pakistan. Our range of rice products includes popular varieties like Basmati, Jasmine, Sharbati and Long Grain.

Our firm has the unique ability to provide a complete product sourcing and distribution solutions to customers in the food processing, retailing and food packaging businesses.

Applications
• Staple food
• Rice starch
• Convenient food products (cereals, noodles, rice flour)

Storage
Rice should be stored in a tightly sealed container, in a cool dry place to prevent moisture build up and insect/rodent infestation. Some rice varieties, like brown rice, have high oil content and can quickly become rancid if not refrigerated.

How to select
It is important to understand the different characteristics of the various types of rice and choose the type or variety that is best suited for a particular recipe.

Packaging
Our rice is typically packed in 25kg or 50kg pp bags. We can provide any type of custom packaging according to customer’s request.

Shipment
Rice bags are loaded in a 20-foot container. Each container can hold approximately 500 pieces of 50kg bags which are ay diequivalent to 25 metric tons.

Black pepper is the most popular spice being traded in the world today. al bogari Commodities is a major supplier of black pepper from India and Vietnam that embodies a distinct rich flavor.

Our years of experience trading black pepper have allowed us to cater to customers that include leading retail brands, food processors and distributors in Asia and Europe. We have the ability to offer tailor-maid solutions to discriminating customers that want nothing else but competitively priced, yet high quality agricultural products.

Applications
• Culinary ingredient
• Some native medicinal uses

Storage
Store in a cool, dry and dark place. Whole peppercorns last for a very long time. On the contrary, ground black pepper only stays fresh for about 3 months.

How to select
Black pepper is available whole, cracked or ground. Ground black pepper is commonly used for its convenience. For best flavor, you should buy whole peppercorns and crack or grind them yourself just before adding them to your dish. Whole peppercorns should feel heavy and free from discoloration.

Packaging
al bogari Commodities packs Black pepper in 50kg bags.

Shipment
Products are packed in 50kg bags and are then loaded in a 20-foot container. Each container can hold approximately 210 bags, which are equivalent to 10.5 metric tons.

al bogari Commodities is a global trader and merchandiser of cloves that originate from Indonesia, Madagascar, Zanzibar and Comoros Island.  Our reputation as a high quality cloves supplier has been built through years of close collaboration with the top producers from the major sourcing regions in the world.

We supply cloves to spice traders, food processors and distributors in all major international markets.

Applications
• Culinary ingredient
• Cigarette flavor enhancer
• Component in some traditional medicine

Storage
Like most spices, cloves should be kept away from direct sun and moisture. An airtight container stored in a dark and dry place is perfect for cloves.

How to select
The color of the stalk should be reddish-brown and the bud must be light brown and firmly closed. They exhibit an aroma that is pungent, savory and peppery which are very unique among exotic spices.

Packaging
Cloves are packed in jute bags that weigh 50kg each.

Shipment
Packed products are loaded in a 20-foot container. Each container can hold approximately 260 bags, which are equivalent to 13 metric tons.

Pistachio is a nutritious nut that has many diverse uses. al bogari Commodities’ range of pistachio nuts include varieties from Iran, USA, Turkey and Syria.  The climate and planting processes unique to each of these countries impart a distinct texture and flavor to the kernel of each pistachio nut.

Our professional team of dedicated individuals will help you identify the perfect pistachio that fits your specification and budget. We are a major supplier of pistachio nuts to numerous international customers in the food processing and retailing industries.

Applications
• Culinary ingredient
• Snack. Kernels can be roasted and flavored.
• Pistachio oil
• Confections
• Pastries
• Desserts

Storage
Once the nuts are ripe (split on one end), their shelf life deteriorates rapidly. Unshelled ripe pistachios must be stored in airtight containers in cool, dry place. They can last up to 3 months if stored properly in the refrigerator or up to 1 year if kept in the freezer.

How to select
Ripe pistachios have one end of the nut split open. Unopened nuts should be avoided, as this is a sign of immaturity. You should also choose the greener kernels as this indicates better flavor.

Packaging
We can customize any type of packaging according to customer requirements. Pistachio is typically packed in 50kg bags.

Shipment
Once the pistachios are packed in 50kg bags, they are then loaded in a 20-foot container. Each container can hold approximately 250 bags, which are equivalent to 12.5 metric tons.

Cashew nut is a favorite snack and food ingredient in many parts of the world. al bogari Commodities strategic location in the cross roads of Europe, Asia and Africa allow us to source and supply high quality cashew nuts for a wide range of customers all over the world.

Our cashew nuts, which have found their way in many confectioneries, retail stores and pastry shops, are available in various forms such as scorched whole, pieces, splits and raw. We offer customized solutions in product sourcing, packaging and distribution through our international supply chain network.

Applications
• Confectionery
• Excellent snack food
• Pastries
• Culinary ingredient

Storage
Cashew can quickly turn rancid due to their high oil content. Store them in an airtight container and place them in a cool dry place to avoid absorption of other food odors. Cashew will last up to 6 months if refrigerated or even 1 year if kept frozen. They will quickly turn rancid if stored in room temperature.

How to select
High quality raw cashew nuts should be ivory-white in color, compact, uniform in size and feel heavy in hand. They should be free from cracks, molds, and spots and must not exhibit any rancid smell.

Packaging
Cashews are packed in 50lb/25lb flexi bags and 25kg/10kg tin cans.

Shipment
Our cashews are packed in either flexi bags or tin cans and are then loaded in a 20-foot container. Each container can hold approximately 750 cartons (tin packaging) or 700 cartons (flexi packaging), which are equivalent to 16 metric tons.

al bogari Commodities supplies raisins that originate from renowned raisin-producing regions in the world. Our strict sourcing process ensures that all products meet our high standards and that quality is carefully controlled from the moment they left the processing plants until they reach customers’ doors.

We have a long history of partnership with some of the largest raisin producers in India, Turkey, South Africa and Iran. This unique advantage allows us to offer competitively price products and let customers choose from hundreds of different raisin varieties all under one roof.

al bogari Commodities has been supplying raisins globally for over 20 years. Our customers, distributed across Asia, Africa and Europe, include leading food processors, retailers and distributors.

Applications
• Snacks
• Ingredient in a wide array of dishes
• Pastries
• Confectioneries
• Baked goods
• Food processing
• Raisin paste
• Can make raisin juice

Storage
To retain freshness, raisins have to be stored in sealed containers in cool and dry storage areas. Storage temperature must be 7 deg Celsius or lower to maintain coloration, taste and nutritional value.

How to select
Raisins should be firm when squeezed, but not hard. Hardness indicates significant lost of moisture, which deteriorates quality.

Packaging
We can customize any type of packaging according to customer requirements. Raisins are typically packed in 10kg cartons.

Shipment
Raisins are packed in cartons and are then loaded in a 20-foot container. Each container can hold approximately 1800 cartons, which are equivalent to 18 metric tons.

Dates fruit is one of the most popular export products of the Middle East apart from petroleum. al bogari Commodities is one of the pioneers in the global trade of Dates fruit since we began our business in 1974. The quality of our dates fruit and our ability to provide customized solutions allowed us to cater to customers located anywhere in the world.

al bogari Commodities Dates fruit collection includes over 100 varieties from different countries in the region. We have the ability to supply customers all kinds of Dates fruit for any types of application.

Our unrivalled expertise in the Dates fruit industry, together with our commitment to continuously improve services through investments in the right resources and technology, give our customers the confidence that their products will always be superior from that of their competition.

Applications
• Snacks
• Can be processed to dates fruit paste
• Produces dates fruit honey
• Sweetener
• Toppings or fillings for biscuits, pastries and cakes
• Dates by-products can be used as animal feed

Proper Storage
Dates storage life depends on factors like temperature and dates variety. Semi-dry dates like Zahidi has longer storage life than the soft variety like Muzafati, which also requires refrigeration.  Temperature of 0 degrees Celsius allows a storage period of 6 to 12 months. For short storage, a temperature of 5 – 13 deg Celsius must be maintained to prevent insect infestation.  Storage of over 1 year is possible if the dates are frozen at -18 degrees Celsius. Humidity in storage areas should be in the range of 70% – 75%.

How to select
Dates fruit should possess the characteristic color and flavor of the variety or cultivar. Inspect the dates’ external and internal (slit the dates open if it’s pitted) appearance for discoloration, deformity, broken skin, decay, mold, puffiness, and insect infestation.

Packaging
We can customize any type of retail or wholesale packaging according to customer requirements. Wholesale products are typically packed in 30kg pp bags or 10kg cartons.

Shipment
Products are packed in either pp bags or cartons and are then loaded in a 20-foot container. Each container can hold approximately 800 pp bags, which are equivalent to 25 metric tons.