Türkiye's pistachio production is expected to reach 400,000 tons, and it will vigorously expand into the Chinese market

Published 2024년 9월 4일

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At the 2024 China International Nuts Conference, Yasir Aydin, a senior executive from Aydin Kuruyemis and the Turkish Dried Fruit and Products Exporters Association, highlighted the growing importance of Turkish pistachios in the Chinese market. Turkey is a major producer and exporter of pistachios, with a production forecast to hit 400,000 tons in 2024. The country's pistachios are available in various forms and colors, catering to a wide range of applications in the food industry. Owing to their unique flavors and health benefits, these pistachios are gaining popularity in China, especially among consumers in major cities. In 2023, Yuyang Food (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. emerged as the leading importer of Turkish pistachios, accounting for over 65% of the country's total imports, indicating a strong demand for these nuts in China.

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Recently, Yasir Aydin, Vice President of Aydin Kuruyemis and member of the Turkish Dried Fruit and Products Exporters Association, delivered a speech on Turkish pistachios at the 2024 China International Nuts Conference held in Lin'an, introducing the overall production of Turkish pistachios and expressing the ambition to further expand the Chinese market. Turkey is one of the main producers and exporters of pistachios, with two main varieties, Antep (accounting for 90% of production) and Siir (accounting for 10% of production). Antep is known for its unique and rich flavor. Siir is larger than Antep pistachios and is mainly grown in Siirt Province, Turkey, and is eaten as a snack. Antep has many types of products, such as pistachio powder, raw fruit, roasted fruit, crushed fruit, shelled fruit and unshelled fruit. Pistachio kernels are divided into three types according to color, from green to red. Extra green (EXTRA GREEN) in 8 Harvested in early September, when pistachios are ...

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