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Press release… Işık: “Demand for healthy foods is increasing.” Mehmet Ali Işık, Chair of the Aegean Dried Fruits and Products Exporters’ Association, stated that the shift towards healthy foods in Japan significantly increases, mostly in plant-based and frozen food consumption. Pointing out that the frozen food market in Japan has …

The unique Turkish delicacy, kazandibi, originated in Topkapi Palace in Istanbul where it delighted Ottoman sultans. The traditional treat is a creamy pudding with a caramelised layer, but it has an unexpected ingredient. Chef and author Julie Lin goes to Türkiye to try the pudding… Source: https://www.bbc.com

The Agriculture and Forestry Ministry is transitioning to a new agricultural model to curb pesticide use. Agriculture Minister İbrahim Yumaklı announced that under the new “plant prescription” model, agricultural chemicals will now be sold only with a prescription. Producers will no longer be able to purchase pesticides from dealers at will; prescriptions …

August 5, 2025… Connection is one of the cornerstones of building a successful food bank, according to Chris Rebstock, who knows quite a bit about the subject. Rebstock is one of the co-founders of The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN) and spent four decades helping food banks alleviate hunger. Chris Rebstock …

A study published in Pedatria investigated the potential benefits of royal jelly in children with chronic nutritional disorders. The findings indicated improvements in general health, emotional well-being, and sleep quality, alongside increased appetite and weight gain in children consuming royal jelly. 🔎 In the study, royal jelly was administered as …

In the Edremit district of Balıkesir province, waste generated after rose oil production is being recycled and reintroduced to the economy. Roses are grown extensively in Türkiye, Bulgaria, and Iran. While Türkiye alone produces more than the other two countries combined, it has been stated that the waste generated after …

Press release… Veysel Memiş, Chairman of the Mediterranean Cereals, Pulses, Oilseeds and Products Exporters’ Association (AHBİB), announced that they exported 156 million dollars in July, a 13 percent increase compared to the same period last year. “We exported the most pastry products and pulses” Assessing AHBİB’s July sector exports by …

Press release… Türkiye to Participate in the 62nd Damascus Fair with a National Stand… Under the coordination of the Ministry of Trade, the General Secretariat of the Southeastern Anatolia Exporters’ Association will organize a national stand participation in the 62nd Damascus International Fair, which will be held at the Syria …

Can Selçuk, Head of Isparta Chamber of Agriculture, stated that this year’s apple yield has decreased by 30 percent compared to last year as a result of the agricultural frost. As harvest season approaches, apple production in the region is experiencing difficulties. Can Selçuk also noted that this year’s frost …