Apricot Apocalypse: Global Consequences of the Turkish Frost

Türkiye is the world’s leading producer of apricots, and many countries of the world rely on supplies of fresh, dried and frozen apricots from Türkiye. However, devastating frosts of April 2025, according to EastFruit team, will change the global apricot markets, impacting price patterns in the EU, USA, Middle East and Central Asia. Consumers in countries such as Ukraine, Uzbekistan, and Germany will face higher costs for fresh and dried apricots, as well as for dairy, bakery, and other products containing apricots. This article examines the winners and losers in this crisis, which is likely to disrupt global fruit markets until at least July 2026. Shocking Weather Events In April 2025, Türkiye experienced one of its most devastating agricultural frosts in recent history, with temperatures plummeting to as low as -15°C across more than 36 provinces. This extreme cold snap severely damaged a wide array of crops, including hazelnuts, apricots, grapes, apples, walnuts, almonds, ...