Pomegranate

Pomegranate, consisting of hundreds of small seeds, is a type of fruit with high nutritional value, sour or sweet. Pomegranate, which belongs to the Hennagiller family, can be grown easily in places where the Mediterranean climate prevails. Being resistant to heat and drought has enabled it to grow in cities such as Adana, Muğla, Antalya and Mersin.
The most preferred pomegranate variety in both domestic and foreign markets is the Hicaz pomegranate. It is harvested in October, which is registered by Antalya West Mediterranean Research Institute. Hicaz pomegranate, which has the highest eating quality, is the most suitable variety for storage. The peel of the Caner pomegranate, which is famous for its seedless structure, is dark red compared to other pomegranates. It is produced both for tables in homes and for industry. The wonderful variety of pomegranate, which is suitable for mincing, has a tart and delicious taste.
Camel tooth pomegranate, whose skin is green or light red, has soft seeds. It is among the pomegranate varieties with high eating quality. It is exported from Turkey to Arab countries. Inspire pomegranate is another pomegranate variety that is not as suitable for storage as the Hijaz pomegranate and is produced for table use. Izmir seedless pomegranate, whose seed is extremely soft, is known for its flavor. İzmir 23 pomegranate, which is sugar pink, grain and must red, is a sweet and soft pomegranate variety.