Apple

• Heart Health : Apples are high in soluble fiber, which helps to lower cholesterol and support heart health.


• Digestive Health: The fiber in apples helps with digestion and promotes healthy bowel movements.


• Weight Management: Apples are low in calories and high in fiber, making them an excellent choice for weight management.


• Antioxidant Protection: Apples contain antioxidants, including vitamin C, which help protect cells from oxidative damage and inflammation.

• Eaten fresh, sliced in salads, or used as a snack.


• Used in baking, especially for pies, cakes, and crumbles.


• Used to make apple cider, juices, and jams.


• Apples can be dried and used as a snack or in cooking.

Apples from Iran are widely exported to several CIS countries including:

- Russia

- Kazakhstan

- Azerbaijan

- Uzbekistan

- Kyrgyzstan

These countries have a growing demand for apples due to their popularity in both culinary and health-focused markets.

In Iran, hectares of land are currently under apple cultivation. This growing operation is part of a larger effort to increase production and export high-quality apple to international markets, especially the CIS region.