The history of dried fruit is as old as man, with reference found even in ancient Egyptian writing. Spurred by the need to preserve the harvest and to provide fruit throughout the year, the practice spread to all the ancient empires, through medieval times and to the western hemisphere via the Spanish Missions.

Apricots, Pears, Peaches, Apples, Bananas, Pineapple, Prunes and Raisins are dehydrated or dried to two different moisture levels, low moisture (3 to 5%) and regular moisture (20 to 24%). When dried to these moisture levels, they retain all the vitamins and minerals but will last for long periods of time without spoiling.

Dried fruit is used by the food industry (Bakery, Cereal, Ice Cream, Yogurt, Baby food) and directly as a healthy snack by the individual consumer.

American Agrotrading offers a variety of dried fruit in different cuts and moisture content that is available in bulk or gift baskets.