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Aksun Tarımsal Ürünler İthalat İhracat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. is a prominent Turkish exporter of fresh fruits and vegetables, headquartered in Mersin, Turkey. Established in 1989, Aksun has become one of the country’s leading agribusiness companies, specializing in the post-harvest handling, packaging, and global distribution of high-quality, certified produce grown in Turkey’s fertile Mediterranean and Southeastern regions.

Core Business

Aksun operates as a fully integrated fresh produce exporter, managing operations from field-level procurement to packing and international logistics. The company sources fruits and vegetables from its own farms and contracted growers, maintaining strict traceability and food safety standards throughout the supply chain. Its state-of-the-art packhouses in Mersin and surrounding provinces serve as the operational backbone for grading, cooling, and export preparations.

Product and Service Offerings

Aksun's product portfolio is both diverse and seasonal, with peak volumes between September and May. Key product categories include:

• Fresh Fruits:

  • Citrus: Lemons (Interdonato, Lamas), Oranges (Navel, Washington), Mandarins (Satsuma, Nova)
  • Grapes: Sultana seedless, Red Globe
  • Pomegranates: Hicaz variety
  • Apples: Red Delicious, Granny Smith
  • Cherries and Plums: Exported during summer peak seasons

• Vegetables:

  • Tomatoes (cluster, cherry, and plum types), Cucumbers, Peppers, Zucchini, Eggplant

• Dried Fruits and Nuts:

  • Dried apricots, figs, and raisins available under special contracts

All products are exported under various packaging formats tailored to the needs of international retail, wholesale, and foodservice buyers.

Specialization and Core USP

Aksun’s strengths lie in:

• Advanced Packhouse Technology: High-capacity cold storage, pre-cooling tunnels, and automated sorting lines ensuring freshness and uniformity.
• Export Expertise: Over 30 years of active trade with the EU, Russia, Middle East, and Asia.
• Sustainability: Use of environmentally friendly packaging and residue-free farming partnerships.
• Flexible Logistics: Fast processing and adaptable shipping through Mersin Port and reefer transport networks.

Its ability to consistently meet the phytosanitary and regulatory standards of more than 35 countries has made Aksun a trusted supplier among global produce buyers.

Financial and Shipment Data

According to trade intelligence platforms and Turkey’s Ministry of Trade data:

• Annual Export Volume: Exceeds 75,000 metric tons across all categories.
• Main Export Markets: Germany, Poland, Netherlands, Romania, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Russia.
• Monthly Shipments: Averaging 300+ refrigerated containers, with peak citrus seasons pushing that number up to 500+ containers.
• Estimated Annual Revenue: Between $35 million and $45 million, depending on seasonal yields and market pricing.

Aksun’s continued investment in automation and certification has enabled it to maintain competitiveness across price-sensitive and premium produce segments.

Capabilities

• Processing Facilities: Three integrated facilities in Mersin equipped with:
  • Pre-sorting and washing lines
  • Automated sizing, grading, and labeling systems
  • Cooling and modified atmosphere (MAP) packaging lines
• Cold Chain Logistics:
  • In-house logistics coordination team for seamless container tracking and documentation
  • Strong relationships with major shipping lines for flexible routing

Certifications and Compliance

Aksun adheres to globally recognized certifications to ensure safety, quality, and social responsibility:

• GlobalG.A.P. – good agricultural practices for fresh produce
• GRASP – social accountability and worker welfare certification
• ISO 22000 / HACCP – food safety management systems
• BRCGS – British Retail Consortium Global Standards for food handling (for key retail clients)
• Sedex/SMETA – ethical trade and supplier compliance

These certifications help Aksun access high-barrier markets, particularly in the European Union and North America.

Target Market

Aksun targets the following international buyer segments:

• Retail Chains and Supermarkets: Looking for pre-packed, high-spec produce with private-label options.
• Wholesale Importers and Distributors: In Eastern Europe, CIS, and the Middle East.
• Foodservice Distributors and Meal Kit Companies: Seeking quality and consistent sizing standards.
• Online Grocers and E-commerce Platforms: Especially in the GCC and Europe.

Customized cartons, barcoding, and palletization make Aksun a highly adaptable supplier across retail and B2B channels.

Major Achievements

• Recognized by Turkey’s Exporters Assembly (TIM) among the Top 100 agricultural exporters for multiple consecutive years.
• Exported to over 40 countries by 2023.
• Expanded branded exports under “Aksun” label into Scandinavian and North African markets.
• Consistently participated in major trade shows including Fruit Logistica (Berlin), Gulfood (Dubai), and WorldFood Istanbul.
• Implemented digital traceability systems to improve transparency and audit readiness for large buyers.

Aksun Tarımsal Ürünler continues to lead Turkey’s fresh produce export industry through its deep-rooted expertise, commitment to sustainable agriculture, and relentless focus on quality and innovation.