MC Sarıkaya Gıda sources pepper varieties grown both in greenhouses and in open fields 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.
Pepper is sourced from various growing regions across Turkey, particularly Antalya, Mersin, Adana, Çanakkale, Manisa, Samsun; drawing on multiple regions helps keep supply steady and quality consistent throughout the season.
Pepper entered Anatolian cuisine via Mediterranean trade routes during the Ottoman era; today, especially in the Antalya region, most production takes place under cover (in greenhouses).
Product Overview
Sizes & Calibers
| Diameter (mm) / Length | Range |
|---|---|
| 50-70 mm | Blocky pepper, small-medium caliber |
| 70-90 mm | Blocky pepper, medium caliber |
| 90-110 mm | Blocky pepper, large caliber |
| 12-16 cm | Pointed/Çarliston pepper, standard length |
| 16-20 cm | Pointed/Çarliston pepper, long |
Packaging Options
- 5 kg perforated plastic crateVentilated, palletized shipping
- General vegetable carton 40×30×14 cm1 layer, 6-7 kg, 120 boxes on a 100×120 cm pallet
- General vegetable carton 40×30×18 cm2 layers, 6-7 kg, 100 boxes on a 100×120 cm pallet
- General vegetable carton 40×30×24 cm3 layers, 9-10 kg, 70 boxes on a 100×120 cm pallet
- 1-2 kg retail net/bagShelf-ready packing on request
Featured Varieties
An elongated, pointed-tip variety that turns sweet as it ripens to red. It is charred, fried, or cooked down into paste, and is known for its thin flesh and sweetness.
A large, plump-bodied variety with thick flesh; its shape makes it ideal for stuffing, so it is favored for stuffed-pepper and oven-baked dishes. It can be harvested in both green and red form.
A thin, long, slightly curved variety usually picked while still green. It is a common side dish and main-course component in Turkish cuisine, most often fried or charred.
A long, slightly curved, thin-skinned variety that turns from light green to red as it ripens. Çarliston accounts for a significant share of Turkey’s pepper production; it is grown in open fields mainly around Çanakkale and the wider Marmara region during summer-autumn, and in limited volume under greenhouses in Demre/Antalya during winter-spring. Its sweet flavor and slightly thick flesh make it a favorite for frying and charring.
A long, slightly curved, yellow-green waxy-skinned greenhouse variety, widely grown under cover in Demre/Antalya; its mild sweet-to-tangy flavor makes it a favorite for frying and pickling.
Growing & Harvest
Pepper is a warm, sun-loving crop grown in both greenhouses and open fields across Antalya and Mersin. In greenhouse production, seedlings are planted at set row spacings and trained upward on a wire system, which improves air circulation and lowers disease pressure; open-field plots see a marked rise in yield during the summer months; Çanakkale (Biga, Yenice, Bayramiç, Çan) is Turkey's leading open-field center for Kapya-type pepper, with Manisa and Samsun also significant open-field growing areas. Harvest is done by hand, cutting fruit along with its stem once it reaches the desired color and size.
Uses & Applications
Pepper varieties are used widely across Turkish cuisine, both raw and cooked. Capia pepper goes into frying, charring, and paste-making; bell pepper is stuffed and baked; long green pepper is fried or served as a side. In export markets, vivid color and a fresh-looking stem are key quality markers, and rapid cooling after harvest helps preserve that freshness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does MC Sarıkaya Gıda export pepper?
Yes, MC Sarıkaya Gıda supplies pepper varieties grown both in greenhouses and in open fields 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 Pepper?
Shipments of Pepper typically use 5 kg perforated plastic crate or General vegetable carton 40×30×14 cm, in line with standard industry practice; alternative packaging options can be arranged upon request.
What is the minimum order quantity for Pepper?
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 Pepper?
Pepper is sensitive to chilling injury; storing it at very low temperatures can damage the product, so it should be transported at a cool but moderate temperature with balanced humidity.
How is Pepper 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.
