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

Press release… September, 2026… Türkiye’s peach and nectarine exports rose from 146.7 million dollars to 343.4 million dollars during the January–August period of 2026. The country aims to close the year 2026 with peach and nectarine exports exceeding 400 million dollars. While Türkiye exported 82,375 tonnes of peaches and nectarines …

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, …