A Journey of Vision & Resilience: The Milestones of BEYSAN
The Roots: A Half-Century of Heritage
Our story is rooted in the fertile lands of Malatya, where our family has been dedicated to apricot cultivation for over half a century. In the last quarter of the 20th century, as Malatya’s apricot production flourished, a visionary step was taken to harness the full potential of the apricot kernel.
1988 | The Foundation
With modest capital but immense faith, Beysan was established as a small family enterprise. At that time, Malatya’s total apricot production was 30,000 tons, with only 1,500 tons of kernel output.
1995 | Technological Integration
The first step toward industrialization was taken by merging traditional expertise with modern technology. We transitioned to mass production within a new facility consisting of 2,000 $m^2$ of open space and 1,000 $m^2$ of indoor manufacturing area.
2001 | Going Global
After securing our position as the domestic market leader, Beysan expanded its horizons and successfully launched its export operations, marking our official entry into the international arena.
2005 | Building the World’s Largest Facility
To meet growing global demand, we broke ground on a massive infrastructure project. Spanning 40,000 $m^2$ of total area, Beysan officially became the world’s largest and most advanced apricot kernel processing enterprise.
2009–2012 | Undisputed Market Leadership
By 2009, our reach expanded to 20 countries. In 2012, we reached a monumental processing volume of 6,000 tons of kernels and 25,000 tons of shells, solidifying our status as the sector’s undisputed industrial leader.
2014 | Gold Standards in Quality & Sustainability
We reinforced our commitment to global excellence by achieving the most prestigious international certifications: BRCGS, Organic (EU & USDA), HACCP, ISO, HALAL, and KOSHER.
2016 | A Global First: Dedicated Oil Extraction
Beysan achieved a world first by investing in a specialized Apricot Kernel Oil Facility. As the only industrial oil mill globally dedicated exclusively to apricot kernels, we began providing high-purity oils to the global flavor and cosmetic industries.
2017 | Portfolio Diversification: Gallnuts (Oak Galls)
Expanding our expertise in natural raw materials, we added Gallnuts to our product portfolio, establishing a strong presence in the global Pharmaceutical, Chemical, and Leather Tanning industries.
2023 | Resilience & Energy Transformation
In the wake of the devastating earthquake that impacted our home city of Malatya, Beysan demonstrated unwavering resilience. Rather than slowing down, we chose to invest in a greener future. We constructed new, state-of-the-art industrial buildings, increasing our capacity to 37,000 tons per year. Simultaneously, we covered our facility roofs with high-efficiency solar panels, producing 200% of our own electricity consumption. This allows us to run a carbon-conscious operation and contribute clean energy back to the grid.
2025 | Advanced Biochemistry: Bitter Almond Essential Oil
Marking a new era of high-tech valorization, we invested in a state-of-the-art facility for Bitter Almond Essential Oil, serving the most sophisticated tiers of the Global Flavour, Fragrance, and Pharmaceutical markets.
Today | A Legacy of Sustainable Impact
Today, Beysan stands as the undisputed global leader in its sector. Since our foundation, we have successfully upcycled over 600,000 tons of in-shell apricot kernels. With a diversified supply chain spanning 14 different origins and exports to over 50 nations, we continue to engineer a sustainable future through natural excellence and a resilient spirit.
