Türkiye’s dried fruit sector recorded US$1.126 billion in export revenue during the first nine months of 2026, according to data from the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM), as reported by Anadolu Agency.
Between January and September 2026, Türkiye exported 231,434 tons of dried fruits and related products to markets around the world. For buyers looking for reliable suppliers with substantial production and export capacity, these figures demonstrate Türkiye’s ability to meet large-scale international demand.
Export Performance at a Glance
| Product | Export Volume (tons) | Export Value (US$) | Main Producing Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seedless Sultana Raisins | 112,078 | 336.4 million | Aegean Region |
| Dried Figs | 35,137 | 210.6 million | Aydın |
| Dried Apricots | 24,669 | 200.0 million | Malatya |
| Pistachios | N/A | 80.9 million | Southeastern Anatolia |
Source: Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM) / Anadolu Agency, January–September 2026.
Seedless sultana raisins lead the sector by a significant margin. Together with dried figs and dried apricots, these three products generated approximately US$747 million in export revenue, representing around two-thirds of the sector’s total export value.
Specialized Producing Regions
Each major product comes from a region particularly well suited to its cultivation and production. Sultana raisins are primarily sourced from the Aegean Region, dried figs are strongly associated with Aydın, dried apricots are produced in Malatya, and pistachios are widely cultivated in Southeastern Anatolia.
This regional specialization supports consistent product quality while benefiting from established agricultural expertise, processing capabilities, and supply networks.
Products for Different Market Segments
Based on the reported export figures, the average export value is approximately US$3,000 per ton for raisins, US$6,000 per ton for dried figs, and US$8,100 per ton for dried apricots.
This broad range allows importers to develop product portfolios across different market segments, from more accessible entry-level products to premium offerings, while sourcing from a single country of origin.
Proven Export Capacity
The shipment of more than 230,000 tons within nine months reflects Türkiye’s established infrastructure for product processing, packaging, logistics, and quality control.
For international buyers, this proven export capacity provides confidence when planning regular supply programs and large-volume orders.
Proximity to Major Markets
Türkiye’s strategic geographic location provides convenient access to major markets across Europe, the Middle East, and surrounding regions.
For importers, this can offer shorter transit times, flexible shipping options, and efficient access to products from one of the world’s important agricultural and food-producing regions.
What Turkiye Nuts Offers
Turkiye Nuts supplies a focused range of Turkish agricultural and food products for importers, distributors, wholesalers, and food manufacturers.
Our product range includes:
- Hazelnuts – sourced from Türkiye, one of the world’s leading hazelnut-producing countries.
- Pistachios – sourced from Southeastern Anatolia.
- Raisins – including Turkish seedless sultana raisins.
- Dried Apricots – sourced from Malatya.
- Dried Figs – sourced from the Aydın region.
- Olive Oil – produced from Turkish olive groves.
We support both bulk and retail orders, with product grades, sizes, packaging formats, and specifications that can be tailored to the requirements of different markets and buyers.
Our products are processed under ISO 22000 food safety management standards, supporting consistent quality and food safety throughout the supply process.
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