Turkey: The World's Leading Producer of Raisins
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Global Raisin Production | - 2017/2018: 1,218,200 metric tons |
| - 2022/2023: ~1.31 million metric tons | |
| Leading Producer | Turkey |
| - Annual Output: 353,167 metric tonnes | |
| Ideal Growing Conditions | - Regions: Manisa, Izmir, Malatya |
| - Climate: Mediterranean, ample sunshine, fertile soil, well-distributed rainfall | |
| - Key Areas: Aegean and Southeastern Anatolia regions | |
| Economic Impact | - Provides employment for thousands |
| - Generates substantial revenue through domestic consumption and exportation | |
| - Supports ancillary sectors: transportation, packaging, trade | |
| Nutritional Value | - Rich in natural sugars, dietary fiber, antioxidants, iron, potassium |