Pumpkin

Our customers use pumpkin because of its natural sweetness, smooth texture, and strong nutritional profile, making it highly versatile across many products. Pumpkin is commonly processed into purees, powders, and canned forms, which are used in soups, baked goods, beverages, and baby foods. Its creamy consistency helps improve texture and mouthfeel without the need for added fats, while its mild, slightly sweet flavor works well in both sweet and savory applications. Pumpkin is also rich in vitamins—especially vitamin A—as well as fiber and antioxidants, supporting health-focused marketing claims. Additionally, its bright orange color enhances visual appeal, and its availability in shelf-stable forms makes it practical for large-scale manufacturing and consistent product formulation.

Pumpkin can be supplied as organic upon request

Available From

Our Pumpkin is sourced from the earth's prime growing regions.

Available As

We supply Pumpkin in many different formats. Contact us to learn more.

Harvest Seasons

Pumpkins grow in the Southern hemisphere from March to May, and in the Northern hemisphere from September to November.

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About Pumpkin

From Sacred Soup to Spiced Pie

Pumpkin is a type of winter squash that belongs to the species Cucurbita pepo and is native to North America. It has a thick, hard outer rind—most commonly orange—and a hollow interior filled with seeds and fibrous strands. Pumpkins grow on low, trailing vines and thrive in warm growing conditions. They are typically harvested in the fall when fully mature. Pumpkins have been cultivated for thousands of years and were an important food source for Indigenous peoples in the Americas. They are also widely associated with seasonal traditions, especially in autumn.

The Brothers International

Quality Promise

Brothers International and its 4 divisions, Brothers Ingredients, Dennick Fruit Source, Hosh International and Food Partners, are trusted global importers of premium Pumpkin ingredients to major food and beverage manufacturers in North America. We deliver consistent quality and supply across every format the industry demands. Our Pumpkin is sourced from the earth's prime growing regions where farming expertise, climate and soil composition come together to produce Pumpkin of exceptional caliber. All of our suppliers undergo a rigorous vetting process to ensure we work with only the highest-quality processors and can fully guarantee traceability, sustainability, and compliance with all international regulations.

Each of our divisions has a specialized operations team to manage shipments and coordinate with customers and suppliers. They work closely with our in-house customs team to ensure efficient clearance, and collaborate with the USDA and FDA to maintain full regulatory compliance. This ensures your Pumpkin ingredients move seamlessly through every stage of import, arriving on time and ready for production with complete confidence. With decades of sourcing expertise and a strong commitment to customer success, you can count on Brothers International to deliver the premium Pumpkin ingredients your products require.

Certifications

As a leader in sourcing organic ingredients, we work closely with our suppliers to ensure full traceability, sustainability and to ensure they comply with all international regulations for chemical residues and pesticides. We are Organic Certified and all our organic products are NOP certified and Kosher certified.

Brothers International Food Holdings is a proud member of the CUSTOMS – TRADE PARTNERSHIP AGAINST TERRORISM (C-TPAT) program. C-TPAT is a voluntary U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that partners with businesses to strengthen supply chain security and reduce risks, including terrorism. For more information, visit www.cbp.gov

All our products are Kosher and GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) Certified. We can supply all of our products with Organic Certification and, if required, unpasteurized purées and juices.

We have joined the global movement to protect the environment and improve lives for farmers and workers around the world. We help farmers in developing countries builds sustainable businesses that positively influence their communities. Brothers International can assist you in sourcing Fair Trade Certified™ and Demeter (Bio-dynamic)™ ingredients.