MC Sarıkaya Gıda sources sour cherry, a crop in which Turkey is among the world leaders 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.
Sour Cherry is sourced from various growing regions across Turkey, particularly Afyonkarahisar, Kütahya, Konya, Bursa, Manisa; drawing on multiple regions helps keep supply steady and quality consistent throughout the season.
Turkey ranks among the world's largest sour cherry producers; the province of Kütahya has become synonymous with the variety that carries its name, the emblem of the country's sour cherry production.
Product Overview
Sizes & Calibers
| Diameter (mm) | Range |
|---|---|
| 17-20 mm | Standard fresh sour cherry caliber |
| 20-22 mm+ | Large caliber |
Packaging Options
- 5 kg perforated plastic crate or carton boxFresh table shipment
- 10 kg crateIndustrial shipment (for freezing/processing)
Featured Varieties
An early variety ripening about two weeks before Kutahya; its dark red, soft, juicy fruit with a tangy aroma is valued especially by the juice industry.
Turkey's standard sour cherry variety; its dark red, large, juicy fruit offers balanced tartness and strong aroma, suiting both fresh consumption and the juice and jam industries.
Growing & Harvest
The sour cherry is more cold-hardy and less demanding than the sweet cherry; Afyonkarahisar is Turkey's single largest sour cherry region, while the continental-influenced inland elevations of Kütahya, Konya, Bursa, and Manisa also provide the day-night temperature differences that balance the fruit's characteristic tartness with aroma. Fruit is harvested at full color and aroma; picking is done by hand for the fresh market, while mechanical harvesting may be used for processing in some regions. The harvest concentrates in June and July.
Uses & Applications
With its pronounced tart flavor, the sour cherry is largely a processing fruit: cherry juice, jam, canned fruit, frozen (IQF) product, and the patisserie industry are its main outlets. Fresh table consumption also exists, shipped quickly through the cold chain; Kütahya-type varieties with high processing quality are well known in export markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does MC Sarıkaya Gıda export sour cherry?
Yes, MC Sarıkaya Gıda supplies sour cherry, a crop in which Turkey is among the world leaders 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 Sour Cherry?
Shipments of Sour Cherry typically use 5 kg perforated plastic crate or carton box or 10 kg crate, in line with standard industry practice; alternative packaging options can be arranged upon request.
What is the minimum order quantity for Sour Cherry?
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 Sour Cherry?
Sour Cherry 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 Sour Cherry 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.
