Turkey became the world leader in its cherry production

Turkey exports cherries, of which it is the world leader in production, to 76 countries. A revenue of 133 million 542 thousand dollars was achieved in return for the export of 57.3 thousand tons made between January 1 and November 15 this year. "0900 Ziraat", also known as "Turkish cherry", stands out in the country, which has an important place in meeting the world's cherry demand and where around 50 cherry species are grown. Davraz cherry, Apolyont (Napoleon), Early Burlat, Turfanda, Starks Gold, Bing, Lambert, Van, Stella, Biggareau Gaucher, Gilli and Merton Late, Sweet Heart, Celeste, Kordia, Regina, Sunburst, Summit are among the common varieties. taking. Cherry, for which large-fruited, bright dark colored, hard and sweet fruit varieties are more in demand, is preferred as compote, jam and canned food as well as being consumed fresh. In İzmir, where the highest cherry production is made in Turkey, 87,667 tons of cherry production was realized on an area of 119,389 decares in ...