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Dried figs: endless waiting

May 9, 2023 at 2:40 PM , Der AUDITOR
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AYDIN. The upcoming elections are paralysing trading activity in the Turkish dried fruit market in many places. The outcome could have a decisive influence on the price development.

Weather holds up well

The Turkish dried fig market will hold no new developments at least until the elections next weekend. The weather also gives little cause for concern; daytime temperatures are at 26-29°C, as usual for this time of year, and the trees can develop well.

Price deviations are currently based solely on exchange rate fluctuations, but basically the offers could remain stable until the new harvest starts, as long as no disasters happen. Depending on quality and size, commodity prices for Turkish dried figs are TRY 45-68/kg. Export prices f

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