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23 November

Türkiye ranks first worldwide in seven agricultural products!

Türkiye has consolidated its position as one of the world’s leading agricultural producers, ranking first globally in seven key crops and securing a top-three position in 22 products, according to data from the Agriculture and Forestry Ministry. Hazelnuts With 38.6 million hectares of farmland, the country produces a wide range of goods, from fruits …

23 November

Eren Günhan Ulusoy: Syria takes 1st place in Türkiye’s flour exports

Iraq loses top destination for Türkiye’s flour exports to Syria, with Damascus importing 529,000 tonnes of flour in first 10 months… ISTANBUL… Syria became Türkiye’s top flour export destination as of July, with Iraq losing its first place for the first time in 15 years, according to a statement by …

21 November

Türkiye’s candied chestnut, İpsala rice gain EU protection!

Two of Türkiye’s well-known regional specialties, candied chestnut from the northwestern province of Bursa and the Thracian city of Edirne’s İpsala rice, have joined the European Union’s register of geographical indications, bringing the country’s total number of EU-certified products to 42. Candied chestnut Agriculture and Forestry Minister İbrahim Yumaklı announced the news, highlighting that …

20 November

Celal Kadooğlu: Iraq needs Türkiye’s high-quality wheat flour!

Press release… Celal Kadooğlu, Chair of the Southeast Anatolia Cereals, Pulses, Oilseeds and Products Exporters Association, stated that this year’s buoyancy in the Syrian market has provided the necessary space to fill the gap, but that Türkiye may need to balance this by making counter-moves, keeping an eye on Iraq’s …

19 November

Wheat could require dramatically more water during future heat waves, scientists warn!

Study shows wheat crops lose many of water-saving benefits usually associated with growth at higher atmospheric concentrations of CO2 during exposure to heat wave conditions… LONDON… Future heat waves could bring wheat’s water needs well beyond current estimates, a new British study said Monday. Dr. Robert Caine Researchers from the …

18 November

EU registration increases the visibility of Turkish products in the global market…

The number of Turkish products registered in the European Union (EU) has reached 42 and this registration enables products to gain visibility in the global market and gain a competitive advantage in exports. Ankara… Turkish products have been receiving successive geographical indication registrations from the EU, with Ipsala rice becoming …

18 November

Growtech Antalya Agriculture Fair opens its doors!

Growtech Antalya, one of the world’s leading agriculture fairs, brought together industry representatives for the 24th time. Engin Er Antalya… The fair, held at the ANFAŞ Congress and Exhibition Centre, was attended by 725 companies from 36 countries. Growtech Antalya Agricultural Fair coordinator Engin Er told journalists that this year …

18 November

A record 144 percent increase in tangerine exports in October!

Press release… Tangerines, a rich source of vitamin C in autumn and winter, are enjoying a bumper export season in October. Türkiye exported 46.4 million dollars worth of tangerines in October 2024, while in October 2025, it ramped up its exports by a record 144 percent to 113.3 million dollars. …

17 November

Pew Survey: Eight out of ten people in Türkiye are concerned about climate change!

Press release… 82 percent of Türkiye’s population is concerned that they will be personally affected by climate change… Research conducted by the Pew Research Centre in eight middle-income countries reveals that the majority of societies believe they are affected by climate change and are willing to make changes in their …

17 November

Ecotourism flourishes in forests, driving rural development…

The number of ecotourism areas established under the General Directorate of Forestry (OGM), affiliated with the Agriculture and Forestry Ministry, has reached 136 as of November. These sites are estimated to contribute approximately 2 billion Turkish Liras annually to rural development and the national economy. According to OGM officials, ecotourism, which promotes sustainable …