Peanuts Wholesale & Bulk

What are Peanuts?

Peanuts (Arachis hypogaea) are a type of legume, but we often think of them as nuts in terms of nutrition and sales. They grow underground and are high in protein with a unique earthy flavor, which makes them popular in many foods. You can find peanuts in peanut butter, snack mixes, sauces, oils, and desserts.

Peanuts are affordable and have a lot of nutrients. They play an important role in recipes that are plant-based, gluten-free, and high in protein. While peanuts are the top choice for nut butter, they are also often combined with almonds, cashews, and hazelnuts. They are much cheaper compared to more expensive nuts like macadamia and pine nuts.

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Types, Varieties & Forms of Peanuts

There are four main types of peanuts in commercial production:

• Runner: Consistent in size; often used for making peanut butter.
• Virginia: Large kernels; best for roasted peanuts and those sold in-shell.
• Spanish: Smaller with red skins and more oil; popular in candies and snack blends.
• Valencia: Sweet naturally; used for natural peanut butter and roasting.

Available commercial forms include:

• Whole (can be raw, roasted, or blanched)
• Chopped or ground
• Peanut paste and peanut flour
• Peanut oil (either refined or cold-pressed)
• Salted or seasoned snack versions

Some suppliers offer dry-roasted or oil-roasted options, along with allergen-controlled processing for sensitive needs.

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Harvest Season of Peanuts

Peanuts are usually harvested from September to November, depending on where they are grown. When the peanuts are ready, the entire plant is pulled from the ground. The peanuts then dry for a few days before they are shelled and processed. It is important to harvest at the right time to get good results and lower aflatoxin levels. Buyers should plan their purchases based on this cycle to manage lead times and prices well.

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Producing Countries

Key countries that produce peanuts include:

• China: The largest producer and exporter in the world.
• India: Known for both traditional and organic peanuts.
• United States: A major exporter, particularly from Georgia, Texas, and Alabama.
• Nigeria: A growing producer in local and export markets.
• Argentina and Sudan: Important for the global peanut supply.

Each region offers different flavors, oil levels, and sizes of peanuts, shaped by their soil, climate, and farming methods.

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Trends

Peanuts have been grown for more than 3,500 years and are still a key ingredient in many foods around the world. Current trends in the peanut market include the rise of plant-based protein options, like peanut protein powder. In addition peanut oil is being used more in gluten-free cooking and for high-temperature frying.

The industry is also paying attention to controlling aflatoxin levels and ensuring traceable sources for safety reasons. Peanut consumption is on the rise globally, driven by the demand for protein-rich snacks and various cooking trends. The global peanut butter market is worth about USD 5.99 billion and is expected to grow at a rate of 4.9% each year, reaching USD 10.76 billion by 2033.

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Peanuts Manufacturers

Nutrada helps buyers to connect with trusted peanut manufacturers. These suppliers offer good quality and full traceability. You can find peanuts in different forms: raw, roasted, blanched, and paste. These are perfect for making snacks, nut butters, candies, and other bulk ingredients.

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Bulk Peanuts

Bulk peanuts are great for making snack bars, trail mixes, cookies, and savory dishes in large volumes. Nutrada's suppliers offer whole, split, chopped, or ground peanuts. In addition, peanut flour and paste are provided for the food service industry.

Due to climate sensitivity and contamination risks, buyers should work with suppliers who follow strict food safety rules and provide clear quality control documents. Make sure to request certificates of analyses (COAs), aflatoxin reports, and microbiological analyses.

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Private Label Peanuts

Private label peanuts offer brands a chance to enter the growing market for natural snacks and spreads. Nutrada suppliers provide different packaging sizes, such as 250g, 500g, and 1kg. Furthermore, private label peanuts are great for health stores, supermarkets, and online brands looking to sell high quality nut products.

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Organic Peanuts

Organic peanuts are grown without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides and follow USDA and EU organic regulations. Nuts with organic certification attract consumers who prefer natural products and are sold as premium items in stores. Peanuts with organic certification typically cost 20-30% more than regular peanuts due to stricter farming practices and limited farmland.

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Find Peanut Suppliers on Nutrada

Finding good peanut suppliers is easy with Nutrada. You can use filters to choose product form, origin, certification, and processing abilities to find what you need for your business. Sign up today to make your purchasing process a lot easier.