Turkey provides 67 % of the world Hazelnut production, 26 % of Cherries, 27% of Figs and 23% oF Apricots which means that Turkey is one of the most important source for those products. Turkey’s Hazelnuts annual production is between 500 and 750 thousand tons. Between September 2018 and May 2019 The export of Hazelnuts... Continue Reading →
The highest increase in Turkey's raisin exports was seen in exports to Far Eastern countries such as China, Japan and South Korea. According to the Aegean Exporters' Association data, Turkey obtained $318.35 million in revenue in return for selling 201,408 tons of raisins from September 2017 to May 2018, a period in which the country... Continue Reading →
BIOFACH - World´s Leading Trade Fair for Organic Food The organic trade meets at the organic exhibition in Nuremberg from 13 - 16 February 2019. Organic is more than a label or certification: organic stands for quality and conviction – for the responsible use of nature’s resources. BIOFACH in the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg is the place where... Continue Reading →
The past week has seen an increase in the price of Turkish sultanas as local packers struggle to find raw material. Prices have been stable for several months, but following the global shortage of raisins have now started to increase. This is a significant increase and the feeling from both UK importers and major Turkish... Continue Reading →
What nutrients do apricot kernels contain? One study reports that, depending on the type of apricot, the kernels are composed of: Oils: From 27.7 to 66.7 percent Proteins: Between 14.1 and 45.3 percent, of which 32 to 34 percent are essential amino acids Carbohydrates: From 18.1 to 27.9 percent Around 5 percent of the kernel is fiber.
Volume of export increases by some 22 percent, value drops by 5.3 percent during export season. Turkey sold abroad nearly 287,000 tons of hazelnuts during the export season, making a $1.78 billion revenue, a national union of exporters said Monday. The export volume between September 2017 and August 2018 saw a 21.6 percent jump in... Continue Reading →
Dried Fruits, Nutrition and Health Dried Fruits, Nutrition and Health Grapes, figs and apricots are miracles from the standpoint of their composition and have been accepted as sacred fruits throughout history. Dried fruits are called nature’s candy and they are one of the most nutritious foods in the world. They are cholesterol free, rich... Continue Reading →
California Walnuts Market Update The Unofficial  Handler Walnut Crop Estimate was released today at 691,000 tons for the 2018  Walnut new crop. Last year’s crop size was 627,000 tons.  This estimate comes in approx. 10% higher than last year’s total. The official 2018 Walnut Crop Estimate will be released in Early September.
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