Dried Fruits Promotion Committee Of Turkey Established under the control and coordination of the Ministry of Economy in 2012. Consists of 9 members appointed by the Boards Of Directors of the Aegean, İstanbul and Southeast Anatolia Dried Fruits Exporters Associations. Aims to increase sales and consumption of Turkish Sultanas, Dried Apricots, Dried Figs and Pistachios by highlighting the importance of dried fruits as a part of healthy diet. Organizes promotion activities and attends trade fairs in target countries to promote Turkish Dried Fruits.
Turkish Dried Fruits are exported to 150 countries.
Turkey Fertile agricultural country produces and exports high quality dried figs, raisins, apricots and pistachios. Turkish Dried Fruits are exported to 150 countries. Turkish Dried Fruit sector is proud of its high quality products and export experience for more than 100 years. Did You Know That Turkey is: A Major Producer and Exporter of Dried Figs - Annual Average Production: 65.000 MT - Annual Average Export: 55.000 MT A Major Producer and Exporter of Dried Apricots - Annual Average Production: 130.000 MT - Annual Average Export: 100.000 MT A Major Producer and Exporter of Turkish Sultanas - Annual Production: 270.000 MT - Annual Export: 220.000 MT
Go Turkish Dried Fruits Every Day! Dried fruits contain vitamins and minerals in their composition, are found to be useful in many functions of the human body such as; Regulation of the functioning of brain, giving energy and helping relief stress, Helping in recovery of the liver, Playing an important role in keeping bones and teeth healthier and stronger, Prevention of anemia by increasing Fe production, Prevents the formation of stomach and intestinal ulcers, Providing regulatory role in reproduction system, Acting as a cancer preventative, Helping children growth, curing diseases with inflammation. Advantages of Dried Fruits Easy to store and distribute. Non-perishable. Available year round. Easily added to other foods and recipes. Relatively low cost. Healthy alternative to sugary snacks.
Health Benefits Very rich in antioxidants, dietary fiber and minerals. Has high sugar content composing of merely monosaccharide half being fructose and half glucose. Recommended as a part of children and elderly diets and those who are recovering from a long period of illnesses. The composition of dried fig helps to lower LDL and be preventive for heart and vein diseases. The laxative properties are well known for millennia. High Potassium, Calcium and Magnesium levels despite low sodium make it a rich source of minerals. The Calcium content of dried fig per 100 g is higher than milk so it is recommended as a calcium source for those with milk intolerance.
Dried Figs A sacred, symbolic and mystic fruit in ancient Greek and Roman civilizations and in holy books. Latin name of edible fig (F. carica) comes from Caria region in southwest Turkey which had been an active region both in production and trade during 1 st millennium B.C. Dried fig fruit of this superb variety are brownish in color, soft in texture, big in size and rich in nutritious aspects. Being dried naturally under sun, fruit have low water activity levels that allow longer storage and transportation under ambient conditions. Dried fig is a very low energy (sun-dried) and water (rain-fed) demanding production with very low carbon footprint and low-input (e.g. pesticides, fertilizers) use. Turkey Turkey is the main producing and exporting country of dried figs. Around 50% of world production of dried figs takes place in Turkey and almost 2/3 of dried figs exported to world has the origin of Turkey. The fame of the Turkish figs is due only to the volume in trade but also to the dried fruit quality of delicious Sarılop (also known as Calimyrna) variety. The white powder that can be seen sometimes on dried figs is a natural sign of the fructose and glucose of the fruit, it is not added from outside.
Health Benefits The main aspect of the apricot is its richness in fibre, vitamins and minerals and as a consequence, it is regarded as a valuable fruit and natural medicine. The apricot is rich in carotene B, which is found in vitamin A, and this vitamin is known to be a cancer fighter. Regarding minerals, the apricot has low sodium and high potassium contents, which makes it important for diet programs.
Dried Apricots The large area, which covers Turkistan, Middle Asia and Western China; is considered to be the motherland of apricots. Dried apricot is derived from fresh apricot, there are two types: - Natural dried apricots are dried directly under the sunlight and have a light to dark brown color. They are not treated with sulphur dioxide. - Sulphured dried apricots, which are treated with sulphur dioxide (SO 2 ) in order to provide a lighter colouring and a longer shelf life. The colouration is between light yellow and orange. Dried apricots are often consumed as a snack and after grading are also mixed with other dried fruits and nuts, as well as being an important ingredient in chocolate snacks, baked cakes and desserts and breakfast cereals. They are usually supplied whole, but can be supplied in halves or slabs. Turkey Turkey is the major producer and supplier of dried apricots. Turkish apricots are mostly produced in Malatya province known as the Dried Apricot Capital of the World.
Health Benefits High-energy food, providing natural sugars, potassium, fiber and tartaric acid necessary to keep digestive systems healthy. Sugar in seedless raisins is made up of fructose and glucose which is the main energy source body activities. Good source of antioxidants and digestible fibers.
Turkish Sultanas Turkish Sultanas come from cultivars of Vitis vinifera. One of the traditional export products of Turkey. Great snack and favored ingredient in cookies, breads, main dishes and desserts. Turkey Motherland of Sultana (syn. Sultanina, Thompson Seedless) variety. One of the leading sultana producer countries and the biggest sultana exporter in the world. Produces almost 25% of world sultanas. Exports sultanas around 90 countries in the world, mainly to the EU Countries.
Health Benefits Pistachios have been shown to reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol and increase the good HDL cholesterol. High in antioxidants such as vitamins A and E, they fight inflammation, protecting blood vessels and reducing risk of heart disease. Pistachios are an incredibly rich source of vitamin B6 which is essential to make hemoglobin for healthy blood. A healthy immune system requires adequate intake of vitamin B6, which pistachios abound in. Pistachios contain two carotenoids not found in most nuts. These carotenoids, called lutein and zeaxanthin function as protective antioxidants, defending tissues from damage from free radicals. Pistachios are a great source of vitamin E, a powerful fat-soluble antioxidant, essential for maintaining the integrity of cell membranes and often recommended for healthy and beautiful skin.
Pistachios The pistachio is one of the oldest edible nuts on earth with an antiquity of more than 10.000 years. Originating from Southeast Asia, Asia Minor, Pakistan and India; Pistachio trees grow in parts of Turkey, Iran, Greece, Italy and the U.S. - areas that have long, hot summers and cool winters. The fruit of the pistachio differs from all the other nuts because of its green colour and the semi-opening of the shell. This singular morphology makes the pistachio the only edible nut which does not need to be shelled for roasting and salting, serving at its turn a natural wrapping and easy for consumption. The pistachio has a delicious flavour and a high nutritious value, being very rich in proteins and vitamins. They are always marketed in their in-shell form, roasted and salted, but they can be purchased shelled. They are mainly used as snack and confectionery and used in ice creams. Turkey Is one of the leading pistachio producer countries. Turkish Pistachios are well known with their rich and distinctive flavor and high quality. The best pistachios in Turkey come from the area around the city of Gaziantep. Turkish Antep Pistachios are one of the oldest varieties available. Smaller, less open and darker shells than other varieties, they are crunchy and savory with a touch of sweetness. The shells are a darker colour and the nuts flavor is more intense because the delicate oils were protected. Turkish Pistachios are used in ice cream, baklava, nougat, and Turkish Delight; a type of candy.
Turkish Dried Fruits Promotion Committee Atatürk Cad. No:382 35220 Alsancak - İzmir / TURKEY Tel:+90 232 488 60 00-60 31 Fax: +90 232 488 61 00 info@dfpc.org.tr www.dfpc.org.tr