Heirloom Melons Sold in Sucahlı Village Square

September 11, 2026 · Tarım TV

Heirloom white melons harvested in İzmir's Kınık district are reaching buyers directly from producers at a centuries-old traditional market set up in the village square.

Traditional Market in the Village Square

Melons harvested in Sucahlı Neighborhood of İzmir's Kınık district meet buyers at a centuries-old traditional melon market set up in the village square. Heirloom white melons, collected from the fields in the early hours of the morning, are brought directly to the village center via tractor trailers. Unlike modern trade methods, the products, sold wholesale through traditional bargaining, are supplied directly from the producer and shipped to the Aegean coastal regions, primarily İzmir and Balıkesir.

Annual Yield with Heirloom Seeds

According to İzmir Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry data, an average of 1,500 tons of melon are produced annually in Sucahlı Neighborhood of Kınık district. A geographical indication registration application has also been officially made to protect the production and trade culture of the white melon, which stands out with its unique aroma and has been passed down through generations. The products, grown in fertile lands, provide significant economic income to the region's farmers while finding their place on consumer tables during the summer season.

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