In the first nine months of 2023, Düzce, Turkey, exported 9,529 tons of hazelnuts to EU countries, equaling the previous year's exports for the same period. As the leading producer and exporter, Turkey controls 70% of the global hazelnut market. The Düzce Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry provided detailed monthly export data, underscoring the significant role of hazelnut exports in the Turkish economy and their importance as a source of income for many families.