Apricots, dried (sulphured and unsulphured)

example 200g bags

Main Areas of cultivation:
Turkey, Iran, South Africa, USA, Australia

Description:
Apricots are mainly cultivated in dry areas. The trees are known for their heat resistance. Apricot trees do not need any other trees to fertilize. The main areas for industrial cultivation are Turkey, Iran and South Africa. The fruits have to be fully ripe in order to be dried. While unsulphured apricots are dried in the sun directly after the harvest, sulphured apricots will be sulphured first. This ensures they keep their bright color. Afterwards, they join the unsulphured apricots out in the sunshine. Dried apricots are a natural source for fiber and potassium. 

Uses:
Dried apricots are mainly used as a snack or as an ingredient for sweet fillings and sauces.