Dried figs: cool weather in Aydin

February 18, 2025 at 3:34 PM , Der AUDITOR
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AYDIN. It remains cool in the fig-growing regions, with alternating sun and rain. Trading activity is sluggish and there is a lack of export-quality raw materials.

Sun replaces rainfall

In the fig-growing regions of the Turkish province of Aydin, it remains cool and rainy at the beginning of the week, with temperatures expected to drop even further in the coming days, although the rain will be replaced by sunshine.

Trading activity on the Turkish dried fig market remains low. Prices are holding at the level of recent weeks, while market players report that there are only a few positions still available that are suitable for export. Dried figs, Lerida, no 3 are currently trading at a level of USD 9,836-9,889/mt FOB Izmi

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