White turnips
Moroccan white turnips are prized for their crunchy flesh, mild, slightly peppery flavor and beautiful natural presentation. Used in traditional cooking and processing, they are a much sought-after staple vegetable on markets in Africa, the Middle East and Europe. Thanks to a favorable climate and high-performance farming techniques, Morocco offers stable volumes of white turnips ready for export.
Main growing regions
The white turnip is grown in areas with loose, cool, well-watered soil, favouring good root development:
Gharb - Kenitra: mass production, very good quality.
Doukkala - El Jadida: fine, even texture, great regularity.
Fès - Meknès: seasonal harvest, good dry matter content.
Souss-Massa: winter cultivation under cover, guaranteed earliness.
Marrakech - Haouz: additional production at the end of the season.
Harvest: from November to Aprildepending on the zone.
Types of white turnips sold
Our turnips are sorted by presentation, size and destination:




Whole white turnips with tops
Ultra-fresh product, sold in bunches.
Packaged for fresh markets and catering.
White turnips without tops
Washed and graded, ready to cook.
Export in bulk or bags.
Early turnips
Small sizes, very tender, top-of-the-range.
Niche market and supermarkets.
Turnips for industry
Medium to large sizes, for cutting or deep-freezing.
Packaged in bags or crates.
Capacity & Commitment of Reservations:
Initial volume available: 30 tons of fresh white turnips.
Seasonal commitment: up to 300 tons under contract according to calendar.
Weekly or monthly delivery depending on packaging requirements.
Technical Specifications & Quality Commitment
Botanical name : Brassica rapa subsp. rapa
Cultivation methods: field sowing, localized irrigation
Harvesting: manual or mechanical
Sizes: 40-60 mm standard / others on request
Farmed area: +50 hectares
Certifications: GlobalG.A.P., GRASP, HACCP
Logistics & Export
Estimated annual production: +350 tonnes
Packaging:
Boots (5 to 10 pieces)
Fillets 5 kg / 10 kg
500 g / 1 kg trays
Bulk crates for industry
Shelf life: 5 to 7 days at 0-2°C (fresh)
Transport: by land, sea or air, depending on destination
The products are washed, sorted and packed in approved plants, with quality monitoring.
Moroccan white turnip, a sure bet for export
Colorful, nutritious and adaptable to multiple markets, Moroccan white turnips are a reliable product. À L'Aube de Dakhla supports you with a structured supply chain, customized formats and precise logistical follow-up.
Ask for your price list and export availability by period today.
Why choose our fruit and vegetable products?
Controlled freshness
We control the entire production and logistics chain to offer fruit and vegetables that are harvested when ripe, and preserved in an ideal atmosphere.
Nutritional quality
Our products retain all their natural properties: taste, vitamins, minerals - without artificial additives or treatments.
Certified traceability
Each batch is identified, monitored and certified by our partners according to GlobalG.A.P., HACCP and GRASP standards.
Respect for the environment
Our sustainable farming practices preserve the soil, optimize water consumption and limit chemical inputs.
