In the sun-kissed terrain of Malatya, Turkey, our journey begins with the nurturing of our apricot trees in our well-tended orchards. Drawing on three generations of expertise, we meticulously manage everything from soil health to pest control, ensuring our trees grow strong and healthy, and bear the best quality apricots.

When the apricots reach their peak ripeness, a stage determined by careful monitoring of color, firmness and size, we hand-harvest each fruit. This manual picking process ensures the fruit's integrity, preventing bruising or damage, and ensures we capture the apricot's flavor at its most vibrant.

The freshly harvested apricots are then subjected to a thorough cleaning process. They're washed under carefully controlled conditions to remove any residue, all the while preserving their natural qualities. After washing, each apricot is inspected to ensure only the highest quality fruit proceeds to the next stage.

Our two-step drying process starts with a brief exposure to sulfur dioxide, a safe and commonly used procedure in fruit preservation. This initial step aids in maintaining their vibrant color and enhancing natural sweetness. Then, our apricots spread under the sun, gradually losing moisture while enriching their flavors.

Before packaging, each batch of our dried apricots undergoes rigorous quality assurance tests. We inspect for color, texture, and taste to ensure that every apricot aligns with our high standards. This meticulous process ensures that only the finest dried apricots carry the Apricot Access name and reach your table.

Following our thorough quality inspection, apricots are ready to be packaged. Each package, filled with our premium dried apricots, is sealed to maintain freshness before shipment. This process guarantees that the dried apricots you receive are as fresh and full of flavor as the day they were harvested.