Turkey: Kiwi fruit, which has been produced as a hobby, is expected to generate an annual income of 300 million TL

Published 2024년 11월 9일

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The article reports on the ongoing harvest of the 'Ordu kiwi', a fruit that has received a geographical indication document in Turkey and is expected to contribute around 300 million TL to the province's economy this year. Despite challenges like weather conditions, diseases, and pests, the fruit is valued for its quality and aroma, with prices having doubled from last year. The kiwi provides a cash income and is easier to harvest than hazelnuts. The Ordu Kiwi Producers Association is cautious about potential droughts and emphasizes the need for careful harvesting to maintain the quality of the fruit. The workers involved in the harvest find it enjoyable and easier than the hazelnut harvest.

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Harvest continues for the first kiwi with a ‘geographical indication’ document in Turkey, the ‘Ordu kiwi’. This year, the kiwi, which is expected to yield more than 6 thousand tons, is expected to provide an economic contribution of approximately 300 million TL to the province of Ordu. Kiwi production, which was planted in Ordu in 1993 to provide additional income in addition to hazelnuts, is becoming widespread. Kiwi, which started as a hobby 30 years ago, received a geographical indication certificate in 2019. While approximately 9 thousand tons of kiwi were produced in the province in previous years, the yield decreased to 5-6 thousand tons this year due to weather conditions, diseases and pests. Despite this, the kiwi, most of which is exported abroad, is expected to contribute approximately 300 million TL to the economy of the province of Ordu. “Prices increased by 100 percent compared to last year” Yusuf Uzunlar, Chairman of the Ordu Kiwi Producers Association, said, “The ...

Source: Iha