Dried figs: lack of assertiveness

November 5, 2024 at 4:27 PM , Der AUDITOR
Play report as audio

AYDIN. Turkish market experts are still satisfied with exports, despite the lower availability and higher prices. However, trade is still sluggish.

Good quality provides surprising export potential

Even if weekly exports cannot quite reach last year's level, the Turkish dried fig market is satisfied with demand from the domestic and overseas market. Prices are at a significantly higher level than this time last year. High production costs and the drought during the summer months resulted in around 20% lower yields in 2024. However, while last year it was mainly lower quality that limited availability for the export market, this year it is satisfactory. Turkish dried fig production in 2024 is estimated at 70,000

View related articles

Go to the News Overview
Dried Fruit
Mar 27, 2025
SANTIAGO. In Chile, the quality of the new crop is good for prunes. Global supplies are, however, still limited and demand is supporting the market.
Nuts
Mar 25, 2025
MANILA. The shortage on the coconut market continues to worsen and there is no end in sight for the time being. This continues to be reflected in prices.
Dried Fruit
Mar 25, 2025
AYDIN. Despite the announced rainfall, the drought in Aydin remains the biggest concern for fig farmers. Shipments to EU countries are subject to surcharges.
Dried Fruit
Mar 25, 2025
MANISA. Freezing temperatures caused severe damage in some areas of the Turkish province of Manisa last weekend. Exports are still significantly lower than last year.