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The Covid-19 pandemic has caused nation-states to experience events they have never faced before. These events had unforeseen negative consequences on the global trade network and financial markets. After the Covid-19 pandemic eased, the war between Russia and Ukraine shook the international agenda once again. The area most affected by these two consecutive events is undoubtedly the food sector. Today, the biggest cause of problems in the global supply chain is the pandemic and war.

Cereal, which constitutes the staple food of humanity, has been the sector that has suffered the most from these adverse developments. In this period of the food crisis, Turkey has achieved significant success in cereal production and exports. In this way, Turkey has become a country that is both self-sufficient and meets the cereal needs of other countries. Turkey increased its cereal exports by 16.5% in October 2022 compared to the same month last year. Cereal exports from Turkey exceeded one billion dollars in October. Turkey has obtained 1 billion 45 million dollars of foreign exchange from this export.

Significant Developments in Turkey's Cereal Exports

The cereal sector is one of the most essential items of Turkey's exports. As one of the leading countries in world production and exports in this sector, Turkey increases its exports every year. Istanbul Cereal, Pulses, Oil Seeds and Products Exporters' Association published the latest data on Turkey's cereals exports. 

According to these data, Turkey's cereal exports increased by 16.5% in October 2022 compared to last year. Turkey exported 1 billion 45 million dollars worth of cereals this month, generating significant revenues. In addition, Turkey increased its exports in the cereals sector by 27.8% in January-October 2022 compared to the same period last year. During these ten months, Turkey exported $261.8 million in cereals to different parts of the world. 

Turkey's Top Cereals Export Countries

Iraq, the USA, and Syria were the countries that imported the most grains from Turkey in October 2022. Besides, the top export countries of Istanbul Cereals, Pulses, Oil Seeds, and Products Exporters' Association in October were the USA, Iraq, and Algeria, respectively. 

Kazım Taycı, Chairman of the Board of Directors of İHBİR, made statements about Turkey's grain exports. Taycı stated that there are fairs to be organized in Israel, Dubai, and Germany in the coming period. Taycı emphasized the importance of these fairs for Turkey's grain exports and added that the work for the fairs continues uninterruptedly.

Sugar and Sugar Products Top the List

The cereals sector has a wide range of commodity groups. Among cereals commodities, the product group that İHBİR exported the most was sugar and sugar products. In October 2022, İHBİR exported $62.7 million worth of sugar and sugar products to different countries around the world. Food preparations came second with exports worth 52.07 million dollars. Finally, 48.8 million dollars worth of goods were exported in pastry products. 

When the data are analyzed across Turkey, pastry products were in the first place. Turkey exported 246.9 million dollars worth of pastry products. Vegetable oils were in second place on the list with 205.8 million dollars. Finally, Turkey exported milling products worth $174.15. 

Turkey's Target is 13 Billion Dollars

According to the statements of Taycı, Turkey has reached outstanding levels in the grain sector in terms of exports, nationwide diversity, and numerical growth. In this way, Turkey aims to end the 2022 agricultural season with a cereal export of 13 billion dollars. Taycı emphasized that this goal can be easily achieved and that Turkey is a powerful actor in the cereal industry's exports.

Strategic Importance of Grain Corridor and Turkey's Position

In the previous days, Russia's decision to withdraw from the Grain Corridor caused an increase in wheat prices by about 7.5%. However, Russia's return to the Grain Corridor and Ukraine's making some commitments helped to ease the tension. President Taycı made the following statements on the subject: “It is pleasing that the Grain Corridor has become functional again with the initiatives of President Erdoğan and our diplomats. We are pleased to ensure the continuity of grain export. Also, it is extremely important and pleasing that the prices, which have risen immediately due to the cessation of the Grain Corridor for a certain period, are restored. In the absence of a possible crisis, grain prices are predicted to be at normal levels.”

Strategic Role of Turkey

Taycı compiled the current developments in the grain sector and his predictions as follows: "There will not be any major problems with supply in the grain sector in the next one-year period. The main reasons for the record prices in the cereals sector were the pandemic, drought, change in supply chains, and logistics costs. However, it is observed that these problems have been overcome to a significant extent today. In this way, there is a gradual normalization in the prices of grain industry products."

Turkey is one of the significant countries enabling the Grain Corridor to run smoothly. In this way, Turkey supports the functioning of supply chains, production, and exports in the grain sector. 

Turkey continues to break records in the export of furniture group products. During the pandemic, which had negative effects around the world, there were great turbulences in the export and import networks. Despite this, Turkey, which manages the circumstances steadily, continues to multiply its export revenues. The country has a worldwide reputation in furniture, paper, and forest products. According to the data compiled from the figures of the Istanbul Furniture, Paper and Forest Products Exporters Association, the exports of the sector broke a record in the January-September period of this year.

In the first nine months of the year, Turkey's exports of furniture, paper, and forestry goods rose by 22.6 percent year over year. It rose to 6.2 billion dollars. The furniture industry received a share of 3.55 billion dollars from this export.

Iraq was one of the nations to which Turkey exported the most furniture during the relevant period, totaling $380.2 million. Iraq is followed by Germany with $304.4 million. On the list of nations to which Turkey exports the most furniture, Israel comes in at 191.2 million dollars. The United States comes in at $186.7 million. The fifth-placed country on this list is France, which imported furniture worth $161 million.

Although the ranking is almost the same compared to the previous year, quite different countries are included in the list on the basis of the increase.

The Highest Increase in Turkey's Furniture Exports Belongs to Qatar

Qatar saw the largest rise in furniture exports this year with a 90% increase. Qatar received the purchase of furniture for $150.6 million. The countries' bilateral ties have also contributed to the increase in exports. However, Turkey's revelation of its success in the furniture industry has had a significant impact.

Cots and cradles for children come in first place among the furniture exports that stand out when looking at the past nine months. Among the most popular product categories are sitting furniture, wooden dining and living room furniture, and metal furniture. Additionally, among the most exported goods were pieces of seating furniture that could be converted into beds. One of the main reasons why countries like these product groups are the high level of diversity within them, which is favored in terms of both innovation and usefulness.

In terms of a monthly rise, exports of forestry, paper, and furniture goods reached $761 million in September, up 17% from the same month the year before. $432 million of this total were accounted for by furniture.

Favorite Country of Paper and Cardboard Industry: United Kingdom

In addition to the furniture industry, there were pleasing results in the paper industry exports as well. In January-September 2022, exports of the paper and cardboard industry increased by 21 percent to 2.3 billion dollars. The cardboard and packaging industry has a share of 891 million dollars in this export figure. 

The most important market of the paper and cardboard products industry in 9 months was the United Kingdom with 268 million dollars. While the United Kingdom was the favorite with the largest share, Italy's peak in export growth was 152 percent. Among the countries to which Turkey exports paper and cardboard products, the following countries are in the top 5 ranks:

1. United Kingdom
2. Israel
3. Iraq
4. Persia
5. USA

"We have achieved an increase in exports to Saudi Arabia and Russia"

The figures were discussed by Erkan Özkan, president of the Istanbul Furniture, Paper, and Forest Products Exporters' Association. He claimed that the increase in furniture exports in their strong markets was successful. At this point, Özkan stated that there has been an increase in exports to Saudi Arabia and Russia this year. He also stated that the rise in exports to Saudi Arabia and Russia, like the rise in Qatar, is also related to the development of Turkey.

"We have increased by more than 50% and our export has already surpassed the overall amount for 2021 after the establishment of bilateral relations with Saudi Arabia."

Özkan also made comments about Russia. He also stated that they opened new areas in the furniture market as Russia started to have problems with European countries. And he added:

"Last year, we made an export of approximately 67 million dollars to Russia. Our goal is to complete 2022 by surpassing last year's figures."

2023 Targets in Turkey's Paper and Cardboard Industry

The increasing trend in the paper and cardboard industry is confirmed by export data, according to Alican Duran, vice president of the Istanbul Furniture, Paper and Forest Products Exporters Association.

Pointing out that the world is currently experiencing difficulties in accessing raw materials and energy, Duran said that Turkey is working on this issue. He said that at the end of 2022, they met their export expectations. And added:

"We also have big targets for 2023."

Furthermore, Duran pointed out that they are carrying out large-scale projects in this regard and underlined that if they invest in new markets, there will be no problems.

Istanbul Cereals, Pulses, Oil Seeds, and Products Exporters' Association announced the export figures for July. The Turkish cereals sector continued its upward momentum in exports. Accordingly, IHBIR's July exports increased by 22.40% to $181.5M compared to July last year.

Turkey's exports of the cereals sector in July reached $844.9M with an increase of 31.6% compared to the same month of the previous year. Furthermore, Turkey's exports in the January-July period reached $6,2B with an increase of 31.4%. In July, the top three export destinations of the cereals sector were Iraq, the USA, and Algeria, respectively. The top three export destinations of IHBIR in July were the USA, Yemen, and Iraq, respectively. 

Since the 5th month of 2021, Turkey has been steadily growing its cereals exports. Turkey's cereals exports have been rising impressively, despite many events around the world that could have a negative impact on exports. This is attracting the attention of other countries, which are looking for lasting cooperation with Turkey.

$13B Target in Cereals Exports by the End of the Year

Cereals exports, which amounted to 6.2 percent in January-July, are expected to reach 13 billion dollars by the end of the year. Cereal exports continued to rise after July. In the first nine months of the year, cereal exports reached 8.9 billion. Turkey's export expectations for the sector are quite high. One of the most important factors in this is Turkey's ability to produce immediate solutions to the sector's problems. Turkey continues to work at full speed to reach its export targets and make them more value-added.

The good January-July period for grain exports also affected the coming months. Turkey's cereals exports increased by 28.9 percent in the first nine months of the year. The confidence brought by the January-July period is of great importance in this. In September 2022, Turkey's cereals sector exports increased by 20.5 percent compared to the same month of the previous year and amounted to 1 billion dollars.

30% Growth Every Year

From 2021 to 2022, the cereals sector grew by 32 percent. When we evaluate 2022 as of the ninth month, 28 percent growth was shown compared to the same period last year. When the average of the last 2 years is taken, we see a cereals sector that grows by 30 percent every year. 

3.3 Million Tons of Cereals and Pulses were Exported to 169 Countries

Southeast Anatolia made great progress in the first 9 months of the year, contributing significantly to grain and pulses exports. The cereals, pulses, oilseeds, and products sector in Southeastern Anatolia, where high-quality and delicious agricultural products are grown due to its climate and soil conditions, sent products to 169 countries in 9 months of the year.

Exporters in the region earned $2,5B in return for 3,3 tons of products sent abroad in 9 months. The main source of income in Southeast Anatolia is pasta. In the first 9 months, $490M was obtained from the export of this product. Products from the region attract attention in terms of quality and taste. Exporters continue to produce with this mission. The region's exports in 9 months increased by 25.6 percent compared to the same period last year. The success of exporters is also reflected in the figures. Work and projects continue to increase the success of the sector in the region

Increase in Exports to Latin America

In the January-September period, exports to Latin America countries amounted to 3 billion 878 million 716 thousand dollars with an increase of 3.4 percent compared to the same period last year. In this period, Turkey made the most exports among Latin America countries to Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Chile, Dominican Republic, Peru, Venezuela, and Colombia, respectively. Exports to Mexico increased by 36.7 percent in this period compared to the same period last year. It rose from 542 million 854 thousand dollars to 741 million 932 thousand dollars. Exports to Brazil were 673 million 584 thousand dollars, while exports to Chile were 381 million 741 thousand dollars.

Especially the political relations between Venezuela and Turkey have positive effects on trade. With each passing day, the momentum of Turkish products is accelerating in South America. For this reason, Turkish producers are also concentrating more on this region. There is more participation in trade organizations. Therefore, exports to Latin America continue to grow.

The textile and raw materials sector realized a record export of 6 billion 954 million dollars in the January-August period of this year. The textile sector includes fibers, yarns, and fabrics.

The Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM) released the export data for the first eight months of the year. According to the released figures, exports from Turkey rose 13.1% in August compared to the same month last year. The volume of exports over the first eight months was 21.3 billion dollars. The largest exports for August thus far have been achieved, according to the TIM's data.

Exports of the textile and raw materials sector increased in the January-August period of this year. The number of exports climbed by 18.3 percent from the same time last year. Exports reached 165.7 billion dollars. The sector achieved an export of more than 828 million dollars in August of 2021. Exports amounted to 837 million dollars with an increase of 1.1 percent in August of this year.

Istanbul Made the Most Exports

Istanbul was responsible for the 369 million dollars share of the textile and raw materials sector profits realized in August. Gaziantep took second place with 142 million dollars worth of export. Bursa followed Gaziantep with 97 million dollars.

On a yearly basis, 2 billion 828 million dollars of the approximately 7 billion dollars of exports made in January-August 2022 was made from Istanbul. More than 1 billion dollars of 7 billion dollars of exports in the sector was realized from Gaziantep. Bursa took third place with 833 million dollars.

The Sector Made the Highest Exports to Italy 

According to TIM, the top importers of textiles and raw materials were announced last month. The results indicated that Italy came first with 60 million dollars. Italy was followed by Belarus, with 57 million dollars. Spain came in third place with 44 million dollars in imports. The industry made exports to Italy worth 694 million dollars, the USA worth 382 million dollars, and Spain worth 367 million dollars in the first eight months of this year.

Moreover, the country groups with the highest exports in the sector last month were also announced. According to the data, European Union countries came first with 310 million dollars and the Commonwealth of Independent States came second with 179 million dollars. African countries followed them in third place with 100 million dollars on the list.

The textile and raw material sector exported to 166 countries and regions in August. Exports in the same period took a 3.9 percent share of the country's total exports. From January to August 2022, the sector exported to 192 countries and regions. In the same period, it received a 4.2 percent share of the country's total exports.

An increase was observed in the number of exports over the previous 8 months when country groups were evaluated. 2 billion 894 million dollars were exported to EU countries, and 983 million dollars were exported to Commonwealth of Independent States countries. It was reported that 898 million dollars were exported to African countries in 8 months.

The Export Record is Expected to Continue

Furthermore, the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM) announced that there was an increase in export rates towards the end of the year. The satisfaction with the Turkish economy, which is growing with each passing month, was expressed. When the data is evaluated, it is stated as remarkable that the export figures have made rapid progress.

According to the report, Western markets and purchasers are continuing to diversify their supply sources and decrease their reliance on Asia. In order to keep this situation going, it was also mentioned that studies and negotiations were still being conducted abroad. Innovation studies and efforts to switch to greater value-added exports enhance this process. Based on the examinations made on the data given by TIM, if Turkey's exports continue expanding at the same rate, the goals set for the year's conclusion will be achieved.

Turkey's table olive export season has ended. This season, table olive exports reached an all-time high of 110 thousand tons. The quantity of foreign currency obtained from table olives climbed by 15 percent, while exports increased by 24 percent.

The Aegean Exporters' Association (EIB) released new declarations regarding the table olive export season of 2021-2022. The season ended on September 30, 2022, according to the statement. Olive exports increased by a record amount in a year. In comparison to the 2020-2021 season, olive exports increased by 24 percent. Exports rose to 110 thousand tons as a result of this development. The total value of exports climbed by 15 percent and reached 173 million dollars.

According to reports, the export of black olives climbed by 19% over the previous season, reaching 80 thousand tons in 2021-2022. The export situation was reviewed by Davut Er, Chairman of the Aegean Olive & Olive Oil Exporters' Association. Er expressed his satisfaction with the situation. Er, "The amount of foreign currency obtained from the export of black olives grew by 10 percent to 125 million dollars. Our green olive export growth rates were significantly more pleasing. Our green olive export climbed from 21 thousand tons last season to 30 thousand tons this season. Green olive export revenue increased by 35 percent, from 35 million dollars to 48 million dollars. We are proud to have surpassed the previous season's record of 91 thousand 122 tons."

It was stated that the export revenue of green olives increased by 35 percent to 48 million dollars. According to the statement, which indicated that it was a productive season, the record of 91 thousand 122 tons set in the 2018-2019 season was broken. During the season, Turkey received a foreign exchange inflow of 173 million dollars.

Olive Oil Exports Continue to Expand at a Rapid Pace

The Aegean Olive and Olive Oil Exporters' Association's Chairman, Davut Er, also assessed olive oil exports. In his statements, he also noted that the 11-month period was left out of the olive oil season. Davut Er reported that Turkish olive oil, which he refers to as "Golden liquid," was exported with a 13 percent increase in dollar value this season.

"Our olive oil exports climbed from 40 thousand tons to 52 thousand tons, a 28 percent rise in quantity," Er added. ‘’The value of exports increased by 44 percent to 180 million dollars. Our average kilogram export price has risen to 3.44 dollars. We have packaged around 60 percent of our olive oil exports. This is a very positive development for our industry, from our perspective. Our pomace exports climbed to 22 million dollars by increasing 168 percent. Our industry's total exports increased by 32 percent, from 282 million dollars to 373 million dollars. We are concluding a fantastic season with exports totaling 400 million dollars. I'd want to congratulate all of our manufacturers and exporters who supported us reach this milestone." He provided an overview of olive oil exports.

The New Season's Objectives are Established

New goals for olive oil exports were established, which climbed from 40 thousand tons to 52 thousand tons in the current season. Er revealed Turkey's olive oil export ambitions, stating they are optimistic about the upcoming season. He indicated that as long as the weather and precipitation circumstances would be favorable in the coming season, there would be a better harvest in terms of both quality and quantity than the previous year.

Er mentioned that harvests in Spain and Italy were expected to remain low due to global warming. In addition, he stated, "We attempt to convert low returns into possibilities. For the coming season, we aim to boost our exports to 500 million dollars. In this regard, the Aegean Olive and Olive Oil Exporters' Association's visit to Spain from November 27 to December 2 will be critical to achieving our goal. I believe that organizing a sectoral trade delegation is essential. It will be an important opportunity for our exporters to follow developments in Spain, the largest producer, as well as to increase their export potential in the forthcoming bilateral meetings." said.

"In the new season, we are ready to meet domestic and worldwide demands."

The influence of newly planted trees on the targets was revealed in statistics supplied by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. With the trees becoming more fruitful, the table olive harvest is expected to surpass 1 million 200 thousand tons. The harvest of olive oil is estimated to amount to 650 thousand tons.

Er concluded his comments by stating that they were gradually approaching the target set for this crop every year. In this context, he noted that they were prepared to meet domestic and international demand in the new season with 60-70 thousand tons of end-of-season stock.

Hazelnut is an agricultural product that has an important place in Turkey's agricultural trade. Turkey ranks first among the countries that produce and export hazelnuts in the world. Turkey maintains its importance as a country that directly affects the world hazelnut market and meets the world's hazelnut needs. Hazelnut is a traditional export product that brings net foreign currency inflow to Turkey. Therefore, it is necessary to attach importance to sustainable production to increase the export of hazelnut. In this way, it is possible to get the maximum benefit from the agriculture and trade of hazelnuts.

Hazelnut grows in humid regions with abundant rainfall in Turkey. The most suitable soil for the cultivation of hazelnut is clay. The provinces where hazelnuts are grown the most in Turkey are Ordu, Giresun, and Samsun, respectively. According to the latest data, the revenue of 136 million 147 thousand 595 dollars was obtained in the first month of Turkey's 2022-2023 export season.

Turkey's Hazelnut Exports Increase Every Year

According to TUIK Crop Production Statistics, Turkey produced 684 thousand tons of hazelnuts in 2021. With this amount of production, it ranks first among the countries that produce and export the most hazelnuts in the world.

According to the data of the Turkish Exporters' Assembly, hazelnut exports in Turkey increased by 16.6% in 2021 compared to the previous period. In addition, Turkey exported 344 thousand 370 tons of hazelnuts to 122 countries in 2021. From this export, Turkey gained 2 billion 260 million 105 thousand 304 dollars in foreign exchange income. In addition, the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry announced the 2022 hazelnut harvest as 765 thousand 287 tons.

Turkey breaks new records in hazelnut production and exports every year. The biggest reason behind this success is that Turkey has the most advanced facilities in the world in hazelnut production. In addition, hazelnut producers have years of knowledge and experience.

Turkey Exported Hazelnuts to 123 Countries

According to the data shared by the Eastern Black Sea Exporters' Association (DKİB), hazelnuts were exported from Turkey to 123 countries in the 9-month period between September 2021- May 2022. In the 9-month period, Turkey realized 287 thousand 934 tons of exports. In addition, Turkey earned 1 billion 700 million 495 thousand 560 dollars from this export.

Significant Success in the Opening of the 2022-2023 Agriculture Season

A significant success was achieved in hazelnut export in the 2022-2023 agricultural season. According to the data shared by the  Black Sea Hazelnut and Products Exporters' Association, 25 thousand 127 tons of hazelnuts were exported in September 2022, which is the first of the 2022-2023 season. Turkey earned 136 million 147 thousand 595 dollars from this export.

The Most Demand for Turkish Hazelnut Comes from EU Countries

In 2021, the countries to which Turkey exports the most in the hazelnut and products sector were EU countries. The countries with the highest exports are Germany, Italy, France, Poland, and the Netherlands, respectively.

In the 2021 period, 536.4 million dollars worth of hazelnuts were exported to Germany from Turkey, while 497.7 million dollars of hazelnuts were exported to Italy from Turkey. In addition, Turkey exported 163.1 million dollars worth of hazelnuts to France and 106.3 million dollars to Poland. Finally, Turkey exported  84.1 million dollars of hazelnuts to the Netherlands.

Turkey realized hazelnut exports in 2021 to countries that it did not export hazelnuts in the previous period. These countries include Djibouti, Brunei, Benin, and Sierra Leone.

Significant Increase in Exports to Germany

The hazelnut and hazelnut products sector made the highest increase in exports on a quantity basis to Germany in 2021. Hazelnut exports increased by 98.9 million dollars in 2021 compared to the previous period. In addition, exports from Turkey to Italy increased by 92.8 million dollars and exports to France increased by 26.8 million dollars. Finally, hazelnut exports from Turkey to China increased by 26.5 million dollars.

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