In January 2024, the Turkish dried fruit industry saw a 26% increase in exports, reaching $160 million. The Aegean Dried Fruit and Products Exporters' Association, responsible for 60% of these exports, saw an increase from $67 million to $92.5 million. The industry exported to 103 countries, with notable increases in exports to Germany, the USA, the UK, and Italy. The industry's goal is to achieve $1.8 billion in exports by the end of 2024.