THE GLOBAL WINDOW OF TURKISH FOOD AND AGRICULTURE The Global Window of Turkish Food and Agriculture Sector

Press release… September, 2026… A protocol signed between Türkiye and the People’s Republic of China has paved the way for the export of bay leaves to China—a product for which Türkiye is a global export leader. The agreement between Türkiye and the People’s Republic of China regarding bay leaf exports …

September, 2026… Ankara… The Agriculture and Forestry Ministry implemented a new food flavouring regulation on Sept. 14, restricting insect- and pork-derived additives while scheduling a phase-out for 10 specific substances by 2026. The updated Turkish Food Codex prohibits products derived from pork and insects to align with broader public health guidelines. The directive bars 10 flavoring substances, including FL 04.029, …

September, 2026… German Agriculture Minister Alois Rainer stated that they aim to strengthen cooperation and trade relations with Türkiye in the agriculture and food sectors. BERLIN… The German Ministry of Agriculture issued a statement regarding Rainer’s visit to Türkiye, scheduled for September 16–17. The statement highlighted Türkiye’s status as a …