Citrus fruit, grapes and tomatoes at the top of Turkish exports
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According to the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture who gave figures of fruit and vegetables exports, the main exported products are : citrus fruits, tomatoes and grapes.
In 2010, Turkey exported 1.8 million tons of fruits. Citrus fruit represent nearly 67% of shipments with 1.2 million tons and 426 000 tons of lemons exported. Exports of grapes only represents 230 000 tons.
Turkey exported 1 million tons of vegetables.
Cucumbers (105 000) and potatoes (85 000) follow in the rankings.
In 2010, the main export markets were Russia, Iraq, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Romania and Germany.
Source: export hub