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Peas are a cool-season crop, so Egypt’s winter and spring give the fresh harvest — but because almost all export peas are frozen, that harvest feeds a year-round supply. For importers, that means concentrated processing in the cool months and continuous frozen availability in every grade. This guide sets out the Egyptian green peas export season and how to plan around it.
Quick answer: The Egyptian fresh pea crop is the cool season (roughly winter to spring). Frozen peas are processed during the season and shipped year-round from cold storage at −18°C. (Fresh crop runs winter–spring; exact windows shift year to year with planting and weather.)
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A cool-season crop, a year-round supply
Peas grow best in cool weather, so the fresh crop is a winter–spring harvest. Because the dominant export form is frozen IQF, the cool-season crop is processed and stored, then shipped across the whole year — so buyers are not tied to the fresh window for continuous supply.
The Egyptian green peas export calendar
| Period | Fresh crop | Frozen peas |
|---|---|---|
| Winter | Main crop & processing | Year-round from storage |
| Spring | Continued harvest & freezing | Peak freezing season |
| Summer–Autumn | Out of fresh season | Year-round from cold storage |
Why timing matters
The cool-season harvest is when peas are sweetest and most tender — the right time to lock in frozen volume, especially premium petit pois. Buyers needing fresh snap/snow pods also target this window and plan airfreight, as the fresh pods are perishable.
Planning notes
- Frozen programs: order any month; align large petit-pois volumes with the cool-season crop.
- Fresh pods: target winter–spring and plan airfreight.
- Grade availability: the finest grades are most plentiful in season — book early.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Egyptian fresh pea crop?
The cool season – roughly winter to spring.
Are frozen peas available year-round?
Yes – processed in the cool season and shipped year-round from minus 18 degrees C storage.
When is the best time for premium petit pois?
The cool-season crop, when the finest, sweetest peas are most plentiful.
Why are peas a winter crop in Egypt?
Peas grow best in cool weather, so they are planted for a winter-spring harvest.
Do the windows change year to year?
Yes – weather shifts the dates, so confirm the program with your supplier.
How to cite this page
PEI Trade. “Egyptian Green Peas Export Season & Calendar.” peitrade.com, 2026. https://peitrade.com/egyptian-green-peas-export-season/
Sources
- CBI / USDA FAS — Gulf, EU and Russian frozen-pea demand and import patterns.
- Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture; industry reporting — pea harvest timing.
This page is part of our Egyptian Green Peas Export Guide hub.
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