As one of Turkey's established dried apricot producers, IFS Food operates a 12,000 sqm BRCGS AA+ graded facility in Malatya — the world capital of apricot production. With over 39 years of experience, we produce sulphured, natural (unsulphured), organic, and ready-to-eat soft dried apricots for retail chains, food manufacturers, and private-label brands across 35+ countries.
Our Production Capabilities as Dried Apricot Producers
IFS Food's production line is designed for high-volume, high-quality dried apricot manufacturing. Our 12,000 sqm facility in Malatya processes up to 10,000 metric tons of dried apricots annually. The production chain includes receiving & grading, sulphuring chambers (for sulphured varieties), sun-drying yards, optical colour sorting, metal detection, X-ray inspection, and automated packaging lines. Every batch undergoes laboratory testing for moisture content (18–25%), SO₂ levels (under 2,000 ppm for sulphured), microbiological counts, and heavy-metal screening before release. Our production capacity allows us to fulfil orders from single pallets to full container loads (FCL) with consistent quality year-round.
Quality Standards & Certifications for Dried Apricot Production
Quality control is embedded at every stage of our dried apricot production. IFS Food holds BRCGS Global Food Safety Standard at AA+ grade — the highest achievable tier. We are also ISO 22000, HACCP, organic-certified (EU & USDA), Halal, and Kosher accredited. Our HACCP plan identifies 14 critical control points from orchard intake through finished-goods dispatch. Full traceability means every carton shipped can be traced back to the specific orchard, harvest date, and processing lot. These certifications are not merely paperwork — they reflect daily operational discipline that major European retailers and food-service groups rely upon when sourcing dried apricots.
From Malatya Orchards to Your Warehouse
Malatya province accounts for approximately 85% of Turkey's apricot harvest and nearly 65% of the global dried apricot supply. As producers based in the heart of this region, IFS Food maintains direct partnerships with over 200 local orchards, ensuring first-hand access to the freshest raw material each season (July–September). After processing, our logistics team coordinates containerised shipments from Mersin and Iskenderun ports, offering FOB, CIF, and DDP Incoterms. Average lead time from order confirmation to port loading is 10–15 business days. Whether you require conventional, organic, or private-label dried apricots, our production flexibility lets you specify size grades (No. 1–5), moisture targets, packaging formats (5 kg cartons to 12.5 kg bulk), and labelling in your language.
Frequently Asked Questions
IFS Food combines 39+ years of production experience with a BRCGS AA+ certified facility in Malatya, Turkey — the world's largest apricot-producing region. Our 10,000 MT annual capacity, full traceability system, and direct orchard partnerships ensure consistent quality and reliable supply for importers, retailers, and food manufacturers worldwide.
We produce four main categories: sulphured dried apricots (bright orange, SO₂-preserved), natural unsulphured dried apricots (dark amber, no preservatives), organic dried apricots (EU & USDA certified), and RTE soft dried apricots (rehydrated, ready-to-eat). All varieties are available in size grades No. 1 through No. 5 and can be packaged under your private label.
Our minimum order quantity starts at one pallet (approximately 1,000 kg) for standard products. For private-label or custom-specification orders, the MOQ is typically one full container load (FCL) of around 18–20 metric tons. We offer flexible terms for first-time buyers and can provide samples before committing to a production run.
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