Dried Mulberry Inspection in Turkey
White mulberries dried in Malatya and Eastern Anatolia have found a growing market in health food and snack ranges. Foreign matter and microbiology are the main concerns.
- Season
- June to July
- Main regions
- Eastern Anatolia
- Category
- Dried Fruits
- Key tests
- Microbiology; Pesticide residues
01Product overview
- Sun-dried white mulberries with natural sweetness
- Fragile, with stems and leaf fragments common in raw product
02Turkish production regions
Malatya, Elazığ and Erzincan.
03Harvest and production season
Harvest June to July; processed product ships from late summer.
Typical window: June to July. Timing shifts with altitude, variety and weather. See the full Turkish harvest calendar.
04Export characteristics
Exported in bulk cartons for repacking and as retail packs.
05Typical quality parameters
| Parameter | What is checked |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Within contract range |
| Colour | Uniform light colour |
| Defects | Stems, leaves, insect damage, mould |
| Foreign matter | Stones, sand, plastic |
Limits and tolerances come from your contract and the applicable standard. We do not apply generic values where a contract specification exists.
06Visual inspection criteria
- Stems and leaves
- Sand and stones
- Insects
07Sampling methods
For mycotoxin testing, sampling follows Regulation (EC) No 401/2006 or the method in the contract, with incremental samples drawn across the lot to build an aggregate sample of the required weight. For quality, cartons are drawn at random using ISO 2859-1 or the buyer's plan, and a defined sample weight is examined for defects.
08Laboratory testing
- Microbiology
- Pesticide residues
- Moisture
- Aflatoxins and ochratoxin A by HPLC or LC-MS/MS
- Yeast, mould and Enterobacteriaceae
Testing is coordinated through laboratories accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 for the required method. See laboratory coordination.
09Food safety and quality risks
- Microbial counts
- Foreign matter
- Insects
10Packaging and labelling
Cartons with poly liners.
11Storage and transportation
Cool, dry storage.
12Pre-shipment inspection procedure
- Review specification, size or count, moisture, colour and additive limits
- Confirm the lot is finished, packed and coded
- Draw cartons at random and build the laboratory aggregate sample
- Examine defects, foreign matter, insects, colour and texture
- Measure moisture on site and send samples for SO2, mycotoxins or residues
- Check net weight, labelling and allergen declarations
- Supervise container condition, loading and sealing
- Issue an inspection report and attach laboratory results when received
13Relevant international standards
Regulations are amended regularly. Always check the version in force for your destination market.
14Conformity TR services for dried mulberries
Food Inspection
Independent inspection of finished and semi-finished food products at Turkish suppliers, carried out against your specification, your label artwork and the rules of your market
Pre-Shipment Inspection
Final random inspection of food, produce and feed before it leaves the supplier, when the goods are packed and ready to load
Laboratory Coordination
Sampling and coordination of laboratory testing through competent external laboratories: microbiology, pesticide residues, heavy metals, mycotoxins, nutrition, moisture, foreign matter, authenticity and packaging migration
Supplier Audits
Supplier qualification, food safety audits, quality management system audits, GMP audits and GAP assessments for buyers sourcing from Turkey
Loading Supervision
Supervision of truck, reefer container, bulk vessel and flexitank loading, so the goods that were inspected are the goods that are shipped
Crop and Orchard Status Monitoring
Field visits to orchards, vineyards, greenhouses and farms for buyers who have contracted a future crop and want to see its condition before harvest, with dated photographs, video and a written status report
15Questions buyers ask
When is the season for dried mulberries in Turkey?
Harvest June to July; processed product ships from late summer. Typical window: June to July. Exact timing varies with region, altitude and weather each year.
Where are dried mulberries produced in Turkey?
Malatya, Elazığ and Erzincan.
Which laboratory tests are typical for dried mulberries?
Common tests include microbiology; pesticide residues; moisture; aflatoxins and ochratoxin A by HPLC or LC-MS/MS. The right test plan depends on your specification and destination market.
What are the main quality and safety risks for Turkish dried mulberries?
Microbial counts. Foreign matter. Insects.
Can Conformity TR inspect dried mulberries and supervise loading?
Yes. We inspect dried mulberries at the supplier against your specification, coordinate laboratory testing where required and supervise loading, with a photographic report to you the same day.
Request inspection for dried mulberries in Turkey
Send the product, supplier location and timing by email, phone or WhatsApp. We confirm scope, sampling method, laboratory plan and cost before any work starts.
- Food-qualified inspector at the supplier
- Report with photographs the same day
- Independent of the supplier
Inspection request: Dried Mulberries
For a fast proposal, include the product and specification, supplier location, destination market and expected dates. We reply in English, usually within one business day.
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