The COVID-19 pandemic is unprecedented in our lifetimes. As the world grapples with the severe implications of this novel virus for people’s health, it is undisputable that the world economy and businesses are facing struggles as well.

Organic agricultural activities started in Turkey in the mid-1980s in response to a growing demand in Europe. In 2018, 1.65% of the total cultivated land certified as organic was devoted to seedless dried grapes. The global organic food market is increasing and estimated to be around $100 billion in 2018.

By  Prof. Dr. Uygun Aksoy

This section provides an insight into the Turkish Sultana Raisin Industry. It comprises of data on production, consumption, and trade, as well as a look into the future prospects.

Dried fruits provide a concentrated form of fresh fruits due to their low moisture content. Raisins are obtained by dehydrating grapes, usually with sun exposure or tunnel drying[1]. Due to their nutrient-dense content, raisins have a high caloric value. However, because of their high concentration of naturally present sugars, fiber, vitamins and minerals, they have plenty of “healthy calories” as opposed to “empty calories”. For that reason, they are a good option for a healthy snack and to include in your dishes.

Australia and the United Kingdom both consume large amounts of nuts, but in general, over the past decade, the Australian nut industry has enjoyed faster and more rapid growth. Through research conducted by the Australian organization Nuts for Life, former Chairman Chris Joyce sheds some light on what might be causing the expedited growth of the Australian industry.

The “beauty from within” movement looks at how natural and nutrition-based approaches can influence the health of the skin. While there are surely many cosmetic treatments that range from lasers to botulinum toxin to fillers that treat from the outside, the demand for internal and nutritional approaches to beauty and health has risen considerably over the past five years. Japan tops the list of countries with an insatiable demand for supplements and internal approaches, followed by China, US, France, and Italy in that order. Whole foods are now beginning to join the list of functional foods in this health and aesthetic space to meet this rising demand.