251 million dollars were obtained from apricot exports of Turkey

Published 2022년 3월 4일

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Malatya, known as the world apricot capital, is experiencing a boom in dried apricot exports, generating significant revenue despite the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Ukraine-Russia war. From August to February, exports totaled 57,528 tons, earning $251 million and bringing in $28 million in February alone. The country is aiming for an annual export target of $500 million with 100,000 tons, with a focus on new markets like China, where exports have increased, and Kazakhstan, where there was previously limited export activity.

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In Malatya, known as the world apricot capital, dried apricot exports are increasing day by day. Malatya apricot, which has gained a significant momentum in exports with the recent discovery of new markets and the increase in the exchange rate, is living its golden year. Malatya Commodity Exchange President Ramazan Özcan stated that from last August, when the apricot season started, to date, a revenue of 251 million 460 thousand dollars was provided in return for the export of 57 thousand 528 tons of dried apricots in a 7-month period. Making statements regarding the remaining February exports, Özcan said, “We exported 5 thousand 797 tons of dried apricots in February. In return, we bring an income of 28 million 840 thousand dollars to our country and Malatya.” said. "A VERY IMPORTANT RATE FOR US" Stating that the effects of the covid-19 pandemic are still continuing in the world, and that the Ukraine-Russia war has started recently, Özcan said, “Despite these, our dried apricot ...

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