Consumption of nuts and dried fruits is steadily increasing, and is being driven by changing lifestyles and rising health consciousness, which is reflected in growing focus on preventive healthcare against the backdrop of rising healthcare expenditures.According to ‘Dried Fruit and Edible Nuts: A Global Strategic Business Report’, by Global Industry Analysts Inc, peanuts represent the largest segment in the global edible nuts market, while tree nuts are projected to spearhead growth.Dry fruits and nuts such as prunes, almonds, Brazil nut, raisins, pine nuts, walnuts, hazelnuts, dried figs, apricots, pecans and peanuts, are consumed regularly.