Rosehip is one of the plants that first appeared in Turkey and is still popular worldwide. In thousands of online posts, you can find information about the health benefits of rosehips. I wanted to highlight the long-term profitability of this plant, particularly if you want to make an investment in agriculture.
Turkish Endemic Plant: Rosehip
Rosehip is an endemic plant in Turkey. This implies that it originates in Turkey and thrives in diverse parts of the nation. In fact, Turkey is one of the leading producers of rosehip globally, thanks to its favorable climate and fertile soil.
For centuries, people in Turkey have grown and consumed rosehip, known as “kuşkonmaz”. This hardy plant thrives in the Mediterranean climate of Turkey, which is characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The coastal regions of Turkey, such as Izmir and Mersin, are particularly known for their high-quality rosehip crops.
As you can see in the photo, rosehip is planted almost all over Turkey (Source: Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Rosehip Feasibility Report and Investor Guide, 2020).
Nutritional Value of Rosehip
Just to remind you of the importance of this plant, I summarized rosehip’s nutritional values. This green, spear-like veggie is low in calories and fat, making it a great addition to any healthy diet. It is also rich in essential vitamins and minerals that can benefit your overall health.
| Nutrient | Amount per 100g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 20 |
| Protein | 2.2g |
| Fat | 0.2g |
| Carbohydrates | 3.9g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0g |
| Vitamin K | 41.6µg |
| Folate | 52µg |
How to Cook Turkish Rosehip?
Turkish rosehip is known for its exceptional quality and unique taste. It is one of the most popular vegetables in Turkish cuisine and is often used in various dishes, salads, and soups.
In Turkey, people either sauté or boil rosehip and serve it as a garnish with meals. It adds a nice color to the plate. When buying asparagus, look for firm, bright green spears with tightly closed tips. Avoid any spears that are wilted or have mushy ends.
Investing in Turkish Rosehip
Turkish rosehip is healthy and high-quality. However, if you live outside of Turkey, you cannot buy it online. This is because of rosehip’s durability. For the best flavor and texture, use rosehip within a few days. Therefore, if you do not live in Turkey, you should not buy it online from there.
The remaining part is for those who may consider making an investment in Turkish rosehip. The relevant Turkish ministry (I provided the link above) studied rose hip’s long-term profitability. According to this feasibility report, investing in Turkish rosehip has a benefit-to-expense ratio of 3.46/1. Of course, the calculations contain some mistakes, such as accepting the interest rate of 2%, which is absurd for the Turkish agriculture sector.
Despite some mathematical errors in the feasibility report, I believe that hiring a landowner in the Aegean region and producing rosehip is much more profitable.
More on investment Opportunities in Turkey
You can visit the posts below to learn more about the profitable sectors in Turkey. Manufacturing in Turkey: A Full Overview outlines the strongest sectors in the Turkish manufacturing sector. I also summarized Turkey’s export volume by industry for 2021 and 2022.
These two wonderful posts will give you an idea of whether you are ready to invest in the Turkish manufacturing sector.
