Established in 1989 and headquartered in Sakarya, Turkey, Adalılar Kuruyemiş A.Ş. has become one of Turkey’s leading producers of packaged nuts, seeds, and dried fruits. With over three decades of operational experience, Adalılar has built a prominent presence in the domestic Turkish market and continues to expand its global footprint through exports, innovative branding, and vertically integrated production capabilities.
Core Business
Adalılar Kuruyemiş operates as a vertically integrated manufacturer specializing in the processing, roasting, packaging, and distribution of high-quality dried nuts, seeds, and fruits. The company is known for blending traditional Turkish flavors with modern food technology, offering a wide range of snack products under several distinctive brands.
Product and Service Offerings
The company offers an extensive product portfolio under its flagship brand Tanem, complemented by other lines such as Freezo, Afilli, and Samiri. Its offerings cater to both traditional snack markets and emerging flavored snack segments.
Sunflower Seeds
- Tanem Siyah Ayçekirdeği Midi
- Tanem Siyah Ayçekirdeği Maxi Quadro
- Tanem Siyah Süper Quadro
- Flavored Varieties: Limon Soslu, Tavuk Soslu, Sucuk Soslu Ayçekirdek
Nuts
- Tanem Antep Fıstığı (Pistachio)
- Tanem Fındık İçi (Hazelnut)
- Tanem Tuzlu Yer Fıstığı (Salted Peanuts)
- Tanem Kabuklu Fıstık İthal (Imported In-Shell Peanuts)
- Tanem Çifte Kavrulmuş Kabak Çekirdeği (Double Roasted Pumpkin Seeds)
- Tanem Beyaz Leblebi (White Roasted Chickpeas)
- Tanem Sarı Leblebi (Double Roasted Yellow Chickpeas)
- Tanem Kaju Fıstığı (Cashews)
- Tombily Cips Fıstık (Peanut Chips)
Dried Fruits
- Tanem Kuru Kayısı (Dried Apricots)
- Tanem Gün Kurusu Kayısı (Sun-Dried Apricots)
- Tanem Kuru İncir (Dried Figs)
Beverages
- Traditional Turkish Coffee
These products are produced in modern facilities with strict quality control, and many are available in retail packs, HoReCa bulk formats, and private label options.
Specialisation and Core USP
Adalılar Kuruyemiş’s core strength lies in its end-to-end control of the supply chain—from sourcing raw materials from certified growers to packaging with fully automated machinery. Its innovative approach to flavored seeds such as lemon, sucuk (Turkish sausage), and chicken-flavored sunflower seeds has set it apart in a competitive snack market.
The company also distinguishes itself through:
- High-volume roasting capacity with custom roast profiles
- In-house R&D for flavor development and shelf-life optimization
- Strategic branding through 4 unique consumer brands
Financial Strength
Although Adalılar Kuruyemiş is a private company and does not disclose revenue figures publicly, its extensive product range, nationwide distribution in Turkey, and active exports signal solid financial health. The company has continually invested in:
- New roasting lines
- Packaging automation
- Market-specific branding for foreign markets
These investments suggest consistent year-on-year growth.
Export and Shipment Record
Adalılar Kuruyemiş has built a growing export operation targeting both retail and wholesale markets. Based on trade data platforms like ImportYeti and Volza, Adalılar has made international shipments to:
- Germany
- Netherlands
- France
- Azerbaijan
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
Export volumes are primarily focused on roasted sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and mixed nut assortments, typically shipped in 20-foot containers, both as branded and private label goods. Available shipment records indicate 30–50 shipments annually, with continued growth trends.
Target Markets
Adalılar strategically targets:
- Middle Eastern and European ethnic food retailers
- Large distributors and snack wholesalers
- Private label clients in retail
- Modern trade channels within Turkey
The company has developed SKUs and packaging formats tailored to each region, with bilingual labels, Halal certification, and long shelf-life variants for exports.
Capabilities
The production site in Sakarya is equipped with:
- High-capacity roasting and flavoring lines
- Metal detection and quality assurance systems
- Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) technology
- Cold storage and dry warehouse logistics
Adalılar’s operations are structured to allow high-volume custom production runs and just-in-time order fulfillment, making them a preferred supplier for major distributors.
Certifications and Compliance
Adalılar Kuruyemiş maintains a robust food safety and quality management system, with the following certifications:
- ISO 22000: Food Safety Management
- ISO 9001: Quality Management System
- HACCP Certified
- Halal Certification
- TR Ministry of Agriculture Production Registration
These certifications affirm the company's commitment to hygiene, traceability, and global compliance standards.
Customer Testimonials
“Adalılar’s Tanem brand has been a staple in our ethnic snack section. The quality is always consistent, and customers love the innovative flavors.”
– Dutch Importer for Turkish Goods
“Their ability to deliver private label snacks with short lead times is what sets them apart from other Turkish producers.”
– UAE Snack Food Distributor
Major Achievements
- Over 30 years in the Turkish snack market
- Exporting to 15+ countries with tailored branding strategies
- Launched Turkey’s first lemon and sucuk-flavored sunflower seeds
- Developed a diverse portfolio under 4 brands: Tanem, Freezo, Afilli, Samiri
- Expanded facilities to meet rising export demand, particularly in Europe and the Gulf region
Adalılar Kuruyemiş A.Ş. continues to lead the transformation of traditional Turkish snacks into globally competitive products, combining heritage with innovation and scalability.
