06.06.2024 17:52
The harvest of the geographically registered Amasya cherry has started successfully in Amasya. This year, a yield of 50 thousand tons is expected. The cherries are being exported to various countries, primarily Germany and Russia.
The city of Şehzadeler in Amasya is filled with cherry trees. The harvest of the Geographical Indication registered Amasya cherry has started successfully. This year, a yield of 50 thousand tons is expected. Amasya Governor Yılmaz Doruk announced that the cherries produced are exported to various countries, especially Germany and Russia.
GERMANY AND RUSSIA LEAD IN CHERRY EXPORT
Governor Doruk explained that cherries are sold all around the world and the country, saying, "In 2024, a yield of 50 thousand tons is expected with a 39% increase compared to the previous year in an area of 28 thousand hectares. We export to countries such as Germany, Russia, Iraq, and others."
"WHERE THERE IS GOOD APPLE, THERE IS ALSO GOOD CHERRY"
Wishing prosperous earnings to the producers at the harvest, Governor Doruk reminded that the '0900' type cherry, which is one of the most important export products of the agricultural city, was registered as 'Amasya cherry' with a geographical indication two years ago. He said, "Where there is a good apple, there is also a good cherry. Now, alongside Amasya apple, there is also Amasya cherry." Doruk reminded that Turkey is in the leading position in cherry production and ranks 3rd in exports worldwide. He stated, "Turkish cherries are preferred in the international market due to their quality, long harvest period, competitive price, processing and preservation in the cold chain, and transportation."
In Amasya, cherries are grown between an altitude of 200 meters and 1,300 meters, and the harvest period can last up to 75 days. The harvest time varies depending on the altitude and seasonal temperature, but it generally starts in mid-May and continues until the end of July," he said. Ali Pehlivan, who has been producing cherries for many years, was joined by the Director of Agriculture and Forestry, Gürol Çetin, and the President of Amasya Chamber of Agriculture, Mustafa Cebeci, at the harvest in his garden.