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Mersin is one of Turkey's leading cities in citrus fruit production, and this region meets a significant portion of Turkey’s citrus needs due to its climatic advantages. Citrus products are among the most important agricultural products in Mersin, both in the domestic market and in the export sector. The Mediterranean climate provides excellent conditions for growing citrus: ample sunlight, mild winters, and hot summers create the ideal environment for productive citrus trees.

Main Citrus Varieties Grown in Mersin:

ORANGE
Varieties: Washington Navel, Valencia, Jaffa, Blood Orange.

Washington Navel:
Characteristics: This is the most widely grown orange variety in Turkey and is produced extensively in Mersin. With a thick skin, sweet and seedless, this orange is consumed fresh. Its high aroma and juiciness make its skin easy to peel by hand.
Export Potential: It is particularly preferred in European and Middle Eastern markets.

Valencia:
Characteristics: Known as the industrial orange, Valencia oranges are ideal for juicing and are known for their long shelf life. They have a sweet taste with a good balance of acidity.
Export Potential: Due to their suitability for juice production, they are in high demand for industrial use and international trade.

Jaffa (Shamouti):
Characteristics: This oval-shaped orange has a thick skin and a sweet, slightly tangy taste. Its sturdy skin allows for a long shelf life, making it suitable for transport.
Export Potential: It is quite popular in Middle Eastern markets due to its long durability and shelf life.

Blood Orange (Kan Portakalı):
Characteristics: Notable for its reddish interior, blood orange is mainly grown in Mediterranean climates. It offers a unique flavor with a slightly tangy and sweet aroma. It is typically consumed fresh or used for juice production.
Export Potential: As a special and tasty product, it is in demand in some European countries.

LEMON
Varieties: Kütdiken Lemon and Enterdonat Lemon.

Kütdiken Lemon: A type of lemon with thin skin, juicy, and sour. It is one of Turkey’s most famous lemons and is grown abundantly in Mersin.

Enterdonat Lemon: This variety has thick skin and a long shelf life, making it suitable for export and resistant to transport.

Uses: It is widely used in fresh consumption, food, and beverage industries. Lemon juice and peels are also valued in industrial products.
Export Potential: Mersin lemons are exported to many countries, particularly Russia, the Middle East, and Europe. Their long shelf life and durability make them preferred in international trade.

MANDARIN
Varieties: Satsuma, Clementine, Fremont are commonly grown.

Satsuma Mandarin: With a thin skin, easy to peel, and seedless. It has a sweet taste and is suitable for both table use and industrial purposes.

Clementine Mandarin: Known for its bright orange color and pleasant aroma, this variety is very sweet and famous for its seedless types.

Fremont Mandarin: An early-harvest variety with a more tart flavor.

Export Potential: It is in demand in a wide geography, including Europe, Russia, and the Middle East. Its long shelf life and durability make it significant for export.

GRAPEFRUIT
Varieties: Star Ruby and White Marsh are commonly grown in Mersin.

Star Ruby: A pink-fleshed, juicy, and sweet grapefruit type, preferred for both fresh consumption and juice production.

White Marsh: A variety with white flesh, it has a more sour taste, is juicy, and refreshing.

Export Potential: Grapefruit is especially exported to European and Middle Eastern markets. Colorful and sweet varieties like Star Ruby see higher demand in exports.

Advantages of Mersin Citrus:
High Quality: Citrus fruits grown in Mersin are known for their high quality and flavors. Products are obtained through natural growing methods and modern agricultural techniques.

Climate Conditions: The Mediterranean climate allows citrus fruits to ripen without the risk of frost. This enhances the taste and water quality of the products.

Certified Production: Citrus producers in Mersin comply with international standards such as GlobalGAP, ensuring the quality standards required for export.

Logistical Advantages: Being a port city, Mersin facilitates the rapid delivery of citrus products to international markets. Products are exported while maintaining their freshness and quality.

Export Potential:
Citrus products produced in Mersin are exported to a wide geography, including Europe, the Middle East, Russia, and North Africa. The most preferred citrus types in exports are oranges, lemons, mandarins, and grapefruits, known for their long shelf life and durable characteristics. In particular, lemons and oranges have high export potential and find a broad market worldwide.

As a leading city in Turkey's citrus production, Mersin holds a significant position in international markets. The region's climatic advantages, logistical facilities, and high-quality standards have made Mersin citrus a sought-after product in global markets.