In the Lapseki district, one of the important cherry production centers in Çanakkale, the harvest of cherries that cannot pass through the handle of a tea glass has begun.
The 'Ziraat 900' cherry variety, famous not only for its flavor but also for its size, which does not fit into a tea glass and is larger than one lira, is now reaching consumers. The 'Ziraat 900' cherry, which does not fit into a glass, is sold in the market for between 200 and 250 TL.
Lapseki district, known for its cherry and peach production, is a significant center for fruit cultivation. Producers in Lapseki have been harvesting cherries for a while. The cherries collected daily are sent to markets in Istanbul. Lapseki’s famous cherries, known for their flavor and size, reach consumers' tables from here. Lapseki cherries derive their aroma from the soil composition. Recently, the harvest of 'Ziraat 900' cherries, too large to pass through the handle of a tea glass and larger than one lira, has started. This year, cherry production is taking place on approximately 10,000 decares in Lapseki.
Ali Kaçan, the District Director of Agriculture and Forestry, who mentioned that Lapseki is known for its peaches, cherries, and nectarines, said, “It's essentially our fruit storehouse. Our cherry harvest has begun. Our cherries do not pass through a tea glass. Lapseki is a district with its unique transitional climate traits. Our producers are knowledgeable and know exactly what and how to do things. This results in the production of healthy products that leave a memorable taste and finesse. The primary criteria sought in cherries are size, color, and flavor. We, as the District Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry, continue to support our producers from the beginning to the end of production. With such producers, consumers are also satisfied. Our consumers can consume all products labeled Lapseki, Çanakkale with confidence and healthily. We are closely monitoring this from start to finish. We have a production ranging from 7,000 to 10,000 decares. Istanbul awaits the emergence and sale of Çanakkale products. Exporters are also waiting for products from Çanakkale. Currently, this cherry that does not fit into a glass is sold for between 200 and 250 lira,” he said.
Cahide Çoban, a retired elementary school teacher who has been producing cherries for 25 years, started cherry production because of her love for nature, stating, “Our cherry harvest has begun. I am very satisfied with the yield. We have no issues with buyers. Our products are consistently chosen. We grow high-quality products with a long shelf life. Our cherry has a high aroma and does not fit in a tea glass, making it delicious. Our cherry sells for between 200 and 250 lira. After being harvested, this product goes to markets and large stores in Istanbul. Good quality means good money. This top-quality cherry does not fit into a glass. The average price ranges from 200 to 250 lira. There is a high demand for this cherry. I am also a worker. I would like to thank the teams from the District Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry along with the workers who collect the cherries,” she added.
The 'Ziraat 900' cherry variety, which does not fit into a glass, is sold in the market for between 200 and 250 TL.