Georgia's 2025 almond and walnut harvests are expected to be close to last year's volumes, with only minor fluctuations, according to the Almond and Walnut Producers Association.
Association representative Levan Kvariani told BM.GE that the almond harvest may reach 3,500 tons, though most farmers anticipate slightly lower yields due to heavy rainfall in September. In 2024, Georgia produced around 3,000 tons of unshelled almonds.
Walnut production shows a more stable outlook. Last year, harvests reached roughly 3,500 tons, and this year's crop is projected to increase to about 4,000 tons. Despite this growth, both almonds and walnuts remain primarily destined for domestic consumption. In 2024, 90–95 percent of sales were within Georgia, with only negligible exports to the EU, Russia, and India.
Kvariani also pointed to rising prices, particularly for almonds. The delivery price of unshelled almonds has increased from US$1.20 per kilogram in 2024 to US$1.40 this year. Once processed into kernels, prices rise further. Wholesale almond prices, which stood at 17–18 Georgian lari (US$6.40–6.80) in 2024, are now expected to reach 19–20 lari (US$7.15–7.55).
"Both crops will mainly stay in Georgia's local market, but consumers should expect slightly higher prices, especially for almonds," Kvariani said.
Source: Business Media