Exports of fresh fruits and vegetables from Turkey increased by 14% in May

Published 2024년 6월 21일

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In May, Turkey saw a significant growth in its fresh fruit and vegetable exports, reaching a value of $284 million with a 14% increase compared to the same period last year. The country sold 354,282 tons of produce internationally, with the Mediterranean Association of Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Exporters (AKIB) contributing 43% to this total. The main export markets were Russia, Iraq, and Germany, with the largest exports being peaches, sweet cherries, and tomatoes. The exports to Iraq and Germany experienced substantial growth of 339% and 126% respectively.

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Turkey achieved a strong result in May, exporting fresh fruit and vegetables worth $284 million. President of the Mediterranean Association of Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Exporters (AKIB) Ferhat Guruz announced that the sector was growing by 14% compared to the same period last year, EastFruit reports with reference to BazaarTime. Guruz emphasized that during this period, 354,282 tons of fresh produce were sold on international markets. “In May, Turkey’s fresh produce exports reached $284 million. Our association’s contribution to this figure was 43%, with regional exports amounting to $122.4 million,” he said. Read also: Demand for Turkish watermelon soars thanks to the European Football Championship The export sector has seen significant growth in key markets, with Russia, Iraq and Germany being the main destinations. “We achieved growth of 339% in the Iraqi market and 126% in the German market. Significant growth was also ...

Source: Eastfruit