MC Sarıkaya Gıda sources table apricot varieties, led by Hasanbey from various production regions across Turkey, puts it through quality control, and supplies it to domestic and export markets. You can check the harvest calendar below for current supply availability.
Apricot is sourced from various growing regions across Turkey, particularly Malatya, Mersin, Kahramanmaraş, Antalya, Isparta; drawing on multiple regions helps keep supply steady and quality consistent throughout the season.
The apricot spread from Central Asia to Anatolia via the Silk Road; Malatya and its surroundings are today regarded as one of the world's most important apricot-growing centers. The dry, sunny climate of the Euphrates Valley has offered ideal conditions for apricot cultivation for centuries, making the region a world leader in both table and dried apricots.
Product Overview
Sizes & Calibers
| Caliber (mm) | Range |
|---|---|
| C | 30-35 mm |
| B | 35-40 mm |
| A | 40-45 mm |
| AA | 45-50 mm |
| AAA | 50-55 mm |
| AAAA | 55-60 mm |
Packaging Options
- 30×50×10 cm single-layer carton2-3 kg net, 144 boxes on a 100×120 cm pallet
- 17×26×10 cm small carton2 kg net, 378 boxes on a 100×120 cm pallet
- 30×40×14 cm single-layer tray box5 kg net, preferred alternative in international markets to prevent bruising
- 5-10 kg large cartonWholesale shipment format
Featured Varieties
Grown in and around Malatya, this is the region's leading table apricot variety; its orange-yellow, medium-to-large, sweet-flavored fruit suits both fresh eating and export. The chilling the trees receive during the continental winter plays an important role in the variety's regular yield.
An early variety of Italian origin; it comes to harvest in early May in Mersin and along the Mediterranean coast, opening the season, and its pale yellow, medium-sized fruit gives an advantage in early-season exports.
Named after the red blush on its sun-facing cheek, Alyanak is an early-to-mid season table variety widespread around Mersin; its large, bright orange fruit is firm-fleshed, travels well, and comes to harvest in June.
A local table variety named after its high sugar content; its medium, oval-flattened, yellow fruit with a red cheek is known for intense sweetness and aroma, coming to harvest in the second week of June on the Mediterranean coast and from mid-June to early July elsewhere; freestone, it is also used for drying.
An American variety bred at Washington State University and now grown widely worldwide; its large, orange-red skin and sweet aroma make it favored in early-season exports.
One of Malatya's oldest native apricot varieties, Kabaasi is dual-purpose: its large-to-medium, yellow-orange fruit is eaten fresh and also supplies the region's world-famous dried apricot production. Its high dry-matter content suits it well for drying, while its balanced sugar-acid ratio also makes it popular for fresh eating.
The most widely planted apricot variety by acreage in the Malatya region; its small-to-medium, pale yellow fruit with a reddish blush and high dry-matter content is overwhelmingly a drying variety, with fresh table use only secondary.
A large, fleshy native variety grown in and around Malatya; its yellow-orange skin and balanced flavor suit it for both fresh eating and drying.
Growing & Harvest
Apricot trees flower early and are therefore sensitive to late spring frosts; Malatya's continental climate, with cold winters that supply the chilling hours the trees need and hot, dry summers, provides favorable conditions for apricot growing; Bursa is a complementary production region. In orchards stretching along the Euphrates Valley, fruit is generally hand-picked in several passes once it reaches full color and flavor; because apricots ripen only to a limited extent after picking, harvest timing has a direct effect on fruit quality. Their soft texture calls for careful handling during picking and packing.
Uses & Applications
Malatya apricots supply both fresh consumption and the region's world-famous dried apricot production; table varieties are grown mainly for fresh eating, while apricots are also widely processed into jam, marmalade, juice, and especially dried apricots. Because ripe apricots are a delicate fruit, getting them to the consumer quickly through the cold chain is important for preserving fresh quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does MC Sarıkaya Gıda export apricot?
Yes, MC Sarıkaya Gıda supplies table apricot varieties, led by Hasanbey to both domestic and export markets. You can check our seasonal calendar page for the current harvest period, or contact us directly.
What packaging is used to ship Apricot?
Shipments of Apricot typically use 30×50×10 cm single-layer carton or 17×26×10 cm small carton, in line with standard industry practice; alternative packaging options can be arranged upon request.
What is the minimum order quantity for Apricot?
For road shipments, orders start from one pallet per product within a mixed load; sea shipments are planned on a full 40' reefer container basis. Send us your product, target country and delivery date for an exact quantity and quote.
What is the shelf life and storage requirement for Apricot?
Apricot is delicate with a relatively short shelf life; rapid pre-cooling after harvest and an unbroken cold chain during transport are key to preserving freshness.
How is Apricot sorted and quality-checked before shipment?
Before shipment, products are checked for size, color, and ripeness; anything below standard is sorted out, so only export-quality batches are shipped.
