The Turkish fig season is meeting the expectations, with a good harvest and solid quality, says Akin Soyleyen, marketing manager for the Turkish exporter: "The fig season for Aksun is going well. Our figs are of excellent quality this year, and we're seeing strong yields. The efforts put into maintaining our orchards and the expertise of our team have ensured a successful harvest. If everything goes well, we should be expecting a better season than last year."
Although some issues with the weather could still come up, there have been no problems caused for the fig cultivation so far, Soyleyen states. "The weather this season has been favorable, with optimal conditions for fig cultivation. Mild temperatures and timely rainfall have contributed to the good health and quality of the figs. There were no significant weather-related challenges that negatively impacted production. That being said, we should not have high expectations until the risk of weather is completely gone."
As growing fig is seen as quite profitable, more and more farmers decide to invest in its cultivation, Soyleyen explains: "The acreage for figs in Turkey has been expanding steadily. More farmers are investing in fig cultivation, due to the profitable returns and growing demand in both local and export markets. This expansion is supported by advancements in agricultural practices and increased access to better cultivation technologies."
Soyleyen emphasizes that figs are becoming more popular in their markets, including the Tukish domestic market. "Current demand for figs is robust. Both domestic and international markets are showing high interest in our figs. We're seeing an increase in orders from our existing customers and attracting new ones, indicating a strong market presence. Our overall expectations for the Turkish fig season are very positive. The favorable weather conditions and expanding acreage suggest a promising season with potential for increased exports and market growth."
"This season, we're also focusing on sustainable farming practices, to ensure the long-term health of our orchards and the environment. Additionally, we're implementing innovative packaging solutions to maintain the freshness and quality of our figs during transportation. We're excited about the future and are committed to delivering the best figs to our customers worldwide," Soyleyen concludes.
For more information:
Akin Soyleyen
Aksun
Tel: +90 324 234 41 90
Mobile: +90 532 590 75 92
Email: [email protected]
www.aksun.com.tr/en/