exporting Georgian hazelnut Recently, hazelnut industry has turned into a profitable business in Georgia. Several private investors purchased plots in Guria, some planted hazelnut trees instead of tea plantations. Trees were planted also in Kakheti. There are about 50 local companies purchasing hazelnut from people and export it. Georgia produces 40-50 thousand tons every year.Turkey is the biggest exporter of hazelnut in the world. It produces more than 500 000 ton nuts every year. Its export potential is greatest covering 75-80% of the world market. It’s safe to say, Turkey establishes the price on market, too. Italy occupies the second place, Georgia holds the third place and Azerbaijan is fourth in the list.90% of Georgian hazelnut harvest is exported abroad. It is widely requested because of its unique taste, oil and size, but most Georgian farmers are nursing the trees with centuries old methods that are reflected on the harvest.
