Bit-Tamoda Dates

A dry cultivar with large fruits.

A dry cultivar with large fruits. It is considered the choicest variety of Sukkot and Dongola dates. It is known for its excellent quality. The fruits are described as having good keeping qualities. The fruit is also known as Bentamoda or Bartamoda.

Native to Sudan, where it is one of the major dry cultivars. It is grown in the northern region of Sudan, particularly in the Sukkot and Dongola areas. The dry texture gives it an excellent shelf life.

As a dry date, Bit-Tamoda fruits are rich in carbohydrates and have a high energy value. They contain essential minerals and dietary fiber.

The dry texture and high fiber content make Bit-Tamoda dates a satisfying and digestive-friendly snack. In Sudan, they are a traditional food, valued for their long shelf life and nutritional benefits. They are often consumed as a staple food alongside other dry date varieties.

Best enjoyed as a dry snack on its own. Can be rehydrated and used in cooking, baking, and traditional Sudanese dishes. Also used in the production of date products.

Bit-Tamoda is one of the most important dry date cultivars in Sudan. Along with Barakawi and Gondaila, it represents the dry date heritage of the country. It is a source of pride for Sudanese farmers and a symbol of the nation's agricultural diversity. It is considered the choicest variety in the Sukkot and Dongola regions.