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Desert Sun Dates brings the best of the Coachella Valley straight to your table. We grow, hand-harvest, and ship fresh Medjool and Zahidi dates direct from our California farm — naturally sweet, nutrient-dense, and perfect for snacking, baking, or gifting. 100% farm-direct • No preservatives • Fast nationwide shipping • Sustainably grown.
Jumbo Medjool Dates | California Farm-Direct
Soft, caramel-like — our best seller
$19.00 – $118.00
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Zahidi Dates | California-Grown & Farm-Direct
Firm, semi-dry — perfect for baking
$15.00 – $88.00
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Shipping included on every order · packed fresh and shipped within 3 business days · boxes from $19 · bulk cases 24–100 lb from $8.75/lb · gift boxes with your note, no prices inside
Grown, hand-harvested and packed by our family in Sky Valley · pesticide-free · questions? (760) 501-1845
We pick once a year. When the cold room empties in spring, we’re sold out until September — no imports, no blends, no restock.
Grown, hand-harvested and packed by our family in Sky Valley · pesticide-free · questions? (760) 501-1845
We pick once a year. When the cold room empties in spring, we’re sold out until September — no imports, no blends, no restock.
Why Our California Dates Are Different
Medjool — large, soft, caramel-sweet; our best-seller, perfect for snacking, baking, and gifting. Zahidi — firm, golden, mildly sweet with brown-sugar notes; holds shape in baking and pairs beautifully with cheese. 100% farm-direct • No preservatives • Fast nationwide shipping • Sustainably grown.
Why Choose Desert Sun Dates
We’re a family-owned date farm in Sky Valley, California. From our own trees to your doorstep, we manage every step—hand harvesting, sorting, and packing—to ensure you receive the freshest Medjool and Zahidi dates possible.
Delicious Date Recipes & Inspiration
Date bark, maamoul, homemade silan, the valley date shake — recipes from the farm kitchen, growing every week.
Our Quality Promise
We guarantee every date you receive meets our strict standards. Here’s how we ensure excellence: • Hand-selected by experts • Freshly packed within hours • No preservatives, no sugar coating • Inspected for quality, texture & flavor • Climate-controlled shipping for freshness
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Medjool vs Deglet Noor →Compare the two most popular date varieties side-by-side.Bulk Cases →Medjool & Zahidi cases, 24–100 lb, from $8.75/lb shipped.Gift Boxes →Your note on top, no prices inside. From $19 shipped.Types of Dates →A guide to 7 California-grown date varieties.How to Store Dates →Pantry, fridge, and freezer storage tips.Our Recipes →Date bark, maamoul, silan, the valley shake — from the farm kitchen.Date Palm Roots →How deep do date palm roots actually grow?Where We Ship →Shipping included to the lower 48. See all 84 cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are your dates grown?
All of our dates are grown on our family farm in Sky Valley, California — at the heart of the Coachella Valley date-growing region. We hand-harvest every crop ourselves.
Are your dates organic and free of pesticides?
Our dates are grown without pesticides or chemical sprays. We use traditional desert farming practices that have worked for generations in the Coachella Valley.
How do you ship your dates?
Shipping is included on every order to the lower 48, with nothing added at checkout. We pack every box on our Sky Valley farm and ship by USPS, and most orders arrive in under 3 days.
How long do fresh dates last?
Stored properly, our dates stay fresh for up to 3 months in a cool pantry, up to a year refrigerated, and longer frozen. See our complete guide to storing dates for details.
What is the difference between Medjool, Zahidi, and Barhi dates?
Medjool dates are large, soft, and intensely sweet with a caramel flavor. Zahidi dates are firm, golden, and mildly sweet — great for baking. Barhi dates are soft and butterscotch-sweet, often eaten fresh in their bright yellow stage.
Do you offer bulk or wholesale pricing?
Yes. Medjool and Zahidi cases in 24, 36, 60 and 100 lb run from $9.50 down to $8.75/lb, shipping included, and you can order them online. Over 150 lb, call (760) 501-1845 for a pallet quote.
Are your dates suitable for diabetics or low-sugar diets?
Our dates contain only natural fruit sugars with no added sweeteners. They have a low-to-medium glycemic index. Consult your physician about portion sizes if you are managing blood sugar.
Real Reviews from Date Lovers
Here's what some of them have to say...
One of the best dates
Some of the best dates available. Quick service and shipping. We recommend these dates.
Great experience so far!
Great experience so far! We love the dates.
The best selection.
The selection is wonderful. Website is smooth. Good information too. Service, speed, and efficiency are great, as usual.
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Why Buy Dates Online (with Us)
Skip the grocery aisle. Enjoy fresh Medjool and golden Zahidi delivered straight from our farm to your door. Here’s what makes buying with us better: Direct farm to consumer — better value Wider variety than local stores Fresh packing and fast nationwide shipping Easy ordering & secure checkout Gift-ready packaging / customization
Everything You Need to Know About Our Dates
From the farm to your table — learn how we grow, what makes California Medjool dates exceptional, and how to make the most of every variety we offer.
Our Date Farm in Sky Valley, CA
A family-owned farm in the heart of California's Coachella Valley. Hand-harvested, no pesticides, grown under 300+ days of sun per year.
Visit the farm →Date Recipes from Our Kitchen
Bacon-wrapped Medjool dates, stuffed dates with peanut butter, homemade date syrup, chewy date cookies — all made with our farm-grown dates.
Browse recipes →The Desert Sun Dates Story
It started in 2016 with 50 Medjool palms in Sky Valley, California. Today we grow three varieties and ship direct to homes across the country.
Our history →Medjool vs Deglet Noor Dates
Size, sweetness, texture, price — a complete side-by-side comparison of California's two most popular date varieties.
Read the guide →What Are Zahidi Dates?
Our most underrated variety. Firm, golden, butterscotch-sweet — and the best choice for baking, cooking, and cheese boards.
Learn about Zahidi →How to Store Dates
Keep Medjool dates fresh for up to 12 months with the right storage method. Pantry, fridge, and freezer options explained.
Storage guide →From the Desert Sun Dates Blog
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