The article highlights the start of the drying process for dates in the Honaz district of Denizli, which contributes to 80% of Turkey's persimmon exports. The district is expected to produce around 15 thousand tons of dates this year across 13 thousand decares of land. The process involves peeling and meticulous arrangement for drying, with traditional methods including roof-top or door-front drying. The dates are beneficial for health and are sold at around 6-7 TL per kilogram fresh and 80-90 TL per kilogram dried. Producers use the remaining shells for vinegar or natural fertilizer.