The EU is among the world’s largest producers and exporters of kiwifruit, while Greece has achieved one of the top positions in the EU and worldwide in kiwi production.

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Kiwifruit is the ideal source of Vitamin C and gives us more than 150% of the recommended daily intake (DRI).

In addition to the widespread green-fleshed kiwifruit, yellow-fleshed and red-fleshed kiwifruit are gaining significant and growing market share.

Greece leads in per capita consumption of kiwi fruit (7 kg per person per year). The corresponding consumption in Italy (the leading kiwi producing country in Europe) is 3,5 kg per person per year.

There are 16 species of the genus Actinidia, the most important being Actinidia deliciosa

The total area under cherry cultivation in the EU is around 158,000 hectares, while Greece ranks among the top ten in cherry production worldwide.

Nutritional benefits

Cherries are a good source of fibre, vitamins and minerals such as potassium, calcium, vitamin A and folic acid. They are also known for their antioxidant properties.

The European Union is a world leader in the production of table grapes. Greece ranks third in EU grape production. Greek grape production accounts for 19% of EU grape production and 1.4% of world production.

Nutritional benefits

Grapes are high in many important nutrients. One cup (151 grams) of red or green grapes contains 104 calories, 1.1 grams of protein, 0.2 grams of fat. It provides 27% of the benchmark daily intake of vitamin C, a dietary staple and powerful antioxidant, and more than a quarter of the RDI for vitamin K, a fat-soluble vitamin vital for blood clotting and healthy bones.

European apricots are known for their color, distinctive flavor and aroma. Greece ranks 4th in apricot production in the European Union and 12th in the world.

Nutritional benefits

Apricots contain vitamin A, C, K, E and niacin in significant quantities. They also contain some other essential vitamins in trace elements (less than 5% of the daily requirement). Apricots also have a good mineral content, which includes potassium, copper manganese, magnesium and phosphorus. It is a very good source of fibre, like most fruits.

Sweet and velvety, with delicate skin and aroma, European peaches are a hit all over the world. Greece is the 5th largest producer of peaches in the world.

Nutritional benefits

A raw medium peach (147 grams) has 50 calories, 0.5 grams of fat, 0 grams of cholesterol and sodium, 15 grams of carbohydrates, 13 grams of sugar, 2 grams of fiber and 1 gram of protein. It provides 6% of your daily vitamin A needs and 15% of your daily vitamin C needs. An average peach also contains a daily value of 2% or more of vitamins E and K, niacin, folate, iron, choline, iron, choline, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, zinc and copper.

Madora is a hybrid of matanine and orange. The name of the variety is derived from the synthetics of the species from which it is derived [mand(arin) and ora(nge)]. The juice of Mandora is of excellent quality and the taste is balanced with an intense and rich aroma. It is a large, flat, orange-yellow fruit with a thin, leathery rind that does not separate easily from the flesh, is well preserved on the tree and can withstand transport.

Grapefruit (botryocarp) is the 4th most important dessert fruit after orange, lemon and tangerine. They are great both fresh and for juicing and are famous for their distinctive sweet and sour taste. The main varieties grown in Cyprus are ‘Rio Red’, ‘Star Ruby’ and ‘Marsh seedless’. The red colour of the flesh of the ‘Rio Red’ variety is more intense than that of the ‘Star Ruby’ variety, which is why its cultivation is being expanded. The flesh of ‘Star Ruby’ has an attractive bright red colour and the bark turns pinkish later, which increases its commercial value. Marsh seedless is the most widely grown variety in the world. The trees are large and productive. The fruits are pale yellow, almost seedless with a maximum number of 1-2 seeds per fruit, juicy with a good aroma and harvesting starts in November.

Nutritional benefits

Grapefruit is an excellent source of vitamins A and C. It is made from 91% water and helps keep you hydrated

The European Union is the 4th largest producer of lemons in the world. Cyprus lemon is known worldwide for its overall quality and is described as a true “bitter” lemon with a high juice and acid content.

Nutritional benefits

A raw lemon, without peel, weighing approximately 58 grams (g), contains 44.5 mg of vitamin C. One lemon also provides 17 calories, 0.64 g protein, 0.17 g fat, 5.41 g carbohydrate, including 1.6 g fibre and 1.45 g sugar, 15 mg calcium, 0.5 mg iron, 7 mg magnesium, 13 mg phosphorus, 116 mg potassium, 2 mg sodium, 0.05 mg zinc, 9 μg (mcg) folate, 1 mg vitamin A.

European oranges are known for their excellent quality and taste! Cyprus has a reputation for high quality oranges, which reflects the 50 years of experience of this crop. The most important orange variety on the island is ‘Valencia’. It is an excellent orange juice, with great taste and balanced sweetness.

An award-winning European fresh produce, apples come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but always remain delicious!

Nutritional benefits

Apples have earned the title of ‘nutritional factories’. They contain vitamin C, which is a powerful antioxidant, B-complex vitamins that are key in keeping red blood cells and the nervous system in good condition, fiber that helps prevent bad cholesterol, calcium, and phosphorus.