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Traditional agricultural and cultural practices in Turkey

Overview

In Muş, 66-year-old İlhan Demirel continues a 40-year tradition of preserving autumn pears by stringing them on ropes, a method that keeps the fruit fresh for three to four months. These pears are harvested from local vineyards and shipped to various major Turkish cities due to high demand.

In Mersin, traditional pomegranate molasses production has begun in the Silifke district. Yörük women use traditional methods, boiling juice in large cauldrons over wood fires for up to 13 hours, to process fruit that might otherwise go to waste. This production provides additional income for local families.

Entities

Ekin Şahin · İlhan Demirel · Silifke · Mersin · Yenişehir

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Mersin traditions: Pomegranate molasses production and family business continuity

    Mersin observes traditional pomegranate molasses production in Silifke and the continuation of a multi-generational folk costume business in Yenişehir.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Muş resident preserves traditional pear storage method

    In Muş, Turkey, İlhan Demirel continues a 40-year tradition of preserving autumn pears by stringing them on ropes, a method that keeps the fruit fresh for up to four months.

Sources

cukurovaexpres.com · ilkhaber-gazetesi.com · mersingazetesi.com · sondakika.com