Göknur Gıda A.Ş., founded in 1993 and headquartered in Ankara, Turkey, is a leading manufacturer and global exporter of fruit and vegetable-based food ingredients. With a strategic focus on value-added processing, Göknur has established itself as Turkey’s largest producer of fruit and vegetable concentrates, purées, IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) products, and natural fruit derivatives.
Core Business and Offerings
Göknur Gıda’s operations span the entire fruit processing value chain—from orchard cultivation to finished product distribution. Its comprehensive product portfolio includes:
- Concentrate Products (apple, pomegranate, sour cherry, orange, etc.)
- Purée Concentrates & Purée Products
- Deionized Juice Concentrates
- IQF Frozen Fruits (industrial-grade quick-frozen fruits)
- Natural Peel Oils & FTNF (From The Named Fruit) Flavors
- Direct Pressed Fruit Juices
- Dried Fruit Seeds & Powders
- Consumer Packaged Juices (under the brands Yeni Hayat and Drops)
- Fresh Fruits (via owned and contracted orchards)
With a strong emphasis on natural, organic, and traceable ingredients, Göknur supplies food processors, beverage companies, and retail chains worldwide.
Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
Göknur Gıda’s value proposition lies in its vertically integrated model and sustainability-driven practices:
- Over 30,000 decares of organic fruit orchards under direct management
- Daily processing capacity exceeding 7 million kg of fruit
- Export share of 85%, reaching over 85 countries globally
- Largest organic fruit juice concentrate producer in Turkey
- Dedicated growing zones like Nar Valley (pomegranate), Apple Valley (apple), and Sour Cherry Valley (sour cherry)
- Innovation in natural ingredients, including FTNF flavors and peel oils
This full control over sourcing, production, and logistics allows Göknur to deliver highly customizable, compliant, and clean-label solutions to its clients.
Financial and Export Performance
Göknur Gıda has achieved significant growth and global footprint since its inception:
- Annual fruit processing capacity: Over 2.5 million metric tons
- Global customer base: More than 500 active clients
- Export destinations: 85+ countries across Europe, Asia, North America, and the Middle East
- Revenue: While detailed financials are limited, the company is publicly listed on Borsa İstanbul under ticker GOKNR.IS, reflecting its transparency and scale
- Export share: 85% of total production is exported
- Organic production: 40% of the company’s output is organic-certified
Göknur has also developed sales and support operations in strategic global markets, including the USA, Netherlands, Germany, and Russia.
Target Market
Göknur Gıda serves a diverse array of international clients in:
- Beverage manufacturing (juices, smoothies, flavored water)
- Dairy and yogurt industries
- Confectionery and baking sectors
- Health and wellness product lines
- Baby food producers
- HoReCa distributors and retail grocery chains
Its customer-centric R&D allows tailored formulations for various B2B applications.
Capabilities
- Six integrated production plants across Turkey
- Cold chain logistics and frozen storage infrastructure
- State-of-the-art R&D and quality control labs
- Fully traceable supply chain with digital farm-to-factory systems
- In-house logistics and export compliance team
- Multi-certification model for international standards
This robust infrastructure enables Göknur to operate as a turnkey ingredient partner for high-volume buyers.
Certifications and Compliance
Göknur’s facilities and processes comply with multiple international standards:
- ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management
- ISO 22000 – Food Safety Management
- BRC (British Retail Consortium) Global Standard
- IFS (International Featured Standards)
- Kosher and Halal Certifications
- EU Organic, USDA Organic, and JAS Organic Certifications
- Sedex and EcoCert compliance
These credentials enable the company to meet the regulatory requirements of all major markets.
Testimonials and Credibility
Although individual testimonials are not publicly listed, Göknur’s credibility is reflected through:
- Long-term contracts with global F&B brands
- Recognition at international trade shows such as Anuga, SIAL, and Gulfood
- Listing on Borsa İstanbul, ensuring corporate governance and reporting transparency
Repeat business and large-volume clients in Europe and North America underscore its reputation for quality and reliability.
Major Achievements
- Pioneered the organic fruit juice concentrate industry in Turkey
- Developed Turkey’s first branded consumer fruit juice line with certified organic origins
- Exported over 200,000 metric tons of processed fruit ingredients in the last 5 years
- Maintains one of Europe’s largest fruit purée processing capacities
- Recognized by the Turkish Exporters Assembly for contribution to national food exports
Göknur Gıda A.Ş. remains a benchmark of innovation and reliability in the global fruit processing industry, offering sustainable, scalable, and superior-quality ingredient solutions to food and beverage producers worldwide.
