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Sourcing From Turkey

Turkey is the reference origin for bay leaves.

Most bay leaves in U.S. and European supply chains trace back to Turkey. Region drives leaf size, color, and essential-oil percentage — here is how the three main ranges compare.

Dried Turkish bay leaves — AegeanBenchmarkAegean

Aegean

Primary export region — calcareous soils, maritime winters.
Harvest
Late autumn through winter
Essential oil
1.5–2.5%

The Aegean benchmark is what U.S. and European buyers index to. Dry summers and moderate winters produce tighter leaves with elevated oil percentages.

Dried Turkish bay leaves — MediterraneanSecondaryMediterranean

Mediterranean

Warmer winters, broader leaves.
Harvest
Late autumn through early winter
Essential oil
1.2–2.0%

Secondary to the Aegean by volume. Broader leaf shapes and slightly lower oil percentages; still widely specified for food-service blends.

Dried Turkish bay leaves — Marmara / Black SeaShort seasonMarmara / Black Sea

Marmara / Black Sea

Cooler, more humid — shorter season.
Harvest
Short autumn window
Essential oil
1.0–1.6%

Smaller export share and generally feeds domestic Turkish consumption. Higher humidity demands disciplined drying if the lot is heading for export.

Fresh laurel (bay) leaves growing in TurkeyFrom the Aegean ranges to U.S. export markets
Origin to warehouse

Aegean-benchmark bay leaves,
delivered to the U.S.

Sourced and pressed in Turkey, sold from the U.S., delivered to your warehouse in ~60 days.

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