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30 May

Muhammet Öztürk: We account for 22 percent of Türkiye’s agrifood exports

Press release… Muhammet Öztürk, Coordinating Chairman of the Aegean Exporters’ Associations, stated that they account for 22 percent of the country’s 36 billion dollars agrifood exports. Muhammet Öztürk, noted that the Aegean Exporters’ Associations generate over 7.5 billion dollars in foreign exchange for Türkiye by distributing the products of Turkish …

30 May

Dr. Okan Ürker: Don’t be misled by a wet winter; the risk of wildfires could increase in the summer of 2026

Press release… Don’t be fooled by a wet winter: the fire risk could rise before summer arrives Contrary to expectations, a wet winter does not always mean a milder fire season. Grasses and shrubs that grow rapidly in the rain can turn into fuel that ignites easily in hot and …

29 May

Qu Dongyu: AI’s transformative power to be at the service of rural communities and a bridge towards shared prosperity!

QU Dongyu addresses Vatican-hosted high-level symposium: AI and the Future of Human Dignity 25/05/2026 Rome – The Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), QU Dongyu, today called for Artificial Intelligence (AI) to be guided by human dignity, inclusion and solidarity, warning that “technological change is …

28 May

Hayrettin Uçak: Our target for pickle exports is to surpass 500 million dollars

Press release… Pickled products, which are among Türkiye’s traditional delicacies, consolidated their leading position in global markets in 2025. Whilst Türkiye exported pickled products worth 458 million dollars in 2025, Izmir achieved the distinction of being the world’s leading exporter of pickled products, with exports worth 207 million dollars. Hayrettin …

28 May

Aegean region leads Türkiye’s agricultural exports!

Press release… At a time when the climate crisis has hampered production and led to crop losses across many products, Türkiye’s agricultural sector has managed to ramped up its exports thanks to the strong ties forged between producers and exporters. Türkiye’s agricultural exports rose by 1.3 percent over the past …

28 May

Kahraman Akdoğan: Izmir accounts for 13 percent of Türkiye’s peach production

Press release… May, 2026 Türkiye is gearing up for a bountiful season for peaches and nectarines. The first harvest ceremony of the season for peaches and nectarines took place in Selçuk district of Izmir province. Over a four-month period in 2026, exports of peaches and nectarines rose by 347 percent …

27 May

Whey is transforming the global dairy market!

Long regarded as a by-product in the dairy sector, whey is now one of the most influential drivers of the global dairy commodities market. As demand for sports nutrition, high-protein products and functional foods continues to rise, the value of whey-based ingredients is soaring and this shift is reshaping dairy …

27 May

How is climate change affecting agriculture in the Black Sea region?

In the Black Sea region, climate change is affecting the yield and planting times of agricultural products, while farmers complain of drought, sudden temperature changes and increased pests. Experts emphasize the need for adaptation strategies to cope with these effects. Hazelnut The Black Sea region is known as one of …

26 May

Dr. Fahri Yemişçioğlu: Palm oil is a sustainable resource for feeding the growing world population

In an event featuring speakers from various fields, including the textile, food and oil sectors, the importance of accurate information in food production and sustainability was highlighted. Common misconceptions about palm oil and vegetable oils were evaluated in light of scientific data. Dr. Fahri Yemişçioğlu Supporting discussions on food production …

26 May

Farmers hold key role in fight against climate change!

Expert urges incentives for drip irrigation and water-efficient methods, calls for standardized water accounting across agriculture, industry, civil use… May, 2026, Ankara… Farmers in Mediterranean agricultural regions need to be encouraged to adopt more efficient water use methods in response to climate change, according to an agricultural sciences professor. Guido …