23.07.2026 14:10
Large agricultural enterprises in Turkey have started shifting towards the production of high-profit raspberries and sugar beets, alongside wheat and corn. Producers who prefer raspberries over strawberries and blackberries are increasing their income thanks to rising market demand, while incorporating sugar beets into their planting plans to boost field productivity.
Large agricultural enterprises in Turkey that have been producing wheat, corn, barley, and sunflowers for years have started to change their crop patterns due to shifting market conditions. Rising production costs and decreasing profit margins have led producers toward alternative crops that offer higher income.
RASPBERRY TAKES THE LEAD
Producers conducted comprehensive feasibility studies in foreign markets and the domestic market to determine the most profitable crop of the future. Products such as blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, and honeyberries were also evaluated during the assessments.
However, blackberries and honeyberries were not preferred due to limited market volume and consumption habits. Strawberries were eliminated because of intense price competition from imported products.
After the analyses, emphasis was placed on raspberry production, which both adapts to Turkey's climatic conditions and has high demand.
SUGAR BEET JOINS THE PLANTING PLAN
Producers have turned not only to fruit production but also to industrial crops. Sugar beet was included in the crop rotation planning, and it was stated that the cultivation of raspberries and sugar beets, alongside wheat and sunflowers, has increased yield and income.
Agricultural enterprises aim to quickly recoup their investments through proper crop planning.