It used to be thrown on the ground, now demand is pouring in: Tons turned into profit

Unripe green plums (çağla) that were previously discarded in orchards in Bursa, Turkey, are now being processed by producers in Gedelek into a sought-after delicacy, turning tons of waste into income. Rising demand has created a new revenue stream for villagers, according to the report. The article did not disclose specific prices, percentage moves, or company names. The development highlights how processing and market demand can convert agricultural surplus into economic value for local producers. What to watch next: whether demand holds and whether other regions adopt similar processing models.