Dragonfruit production taking off Silifke, Mersin

Dragonfruit production is increasing in the Silifke, Mersin. The farm gate price of the product is 3.5 USD per kg. The harvest is expected to start in the coming 2 months. The product is gaining huge popularity among the growers due to its sale high prices and low production costs. The Middle Eastern countries are also interested in the fruit which opens the opportunity for the local farmers to export in the international market.