Global pistachio prices have climbed to their highest level in eight years as the ongoing conflict in Iran disrupts supply chains and tightens availability of key agricultural exports.

Iran—one of the world’s leading pistachio producers—has seen its export flows affected amid broader regional instability and already strained production conditions linked to sanctions and weaker harvests. The disruption has rippled through global markets, intensifying a supply squeeze at a time when demand for pistachios remains strong across food manufacturing sectors, including chocolates, ice creams, and snack products.

The price surge adds fresh pressure on global food markets, which have already been grappling with volatility in key commodities such as fuels and fertilizers due to geopolitical tensions. Analysts warn that continued instability in the region could further restrict supply and keep prices elevated in the months ahead.

With Iran accounting for a significant share of global pistachio output alongside other major producers, any prolonged disruption is expected to have a direct impact on international pricing and consumer costs.