Turkey: Earthquakes in the Southeast affected spice prices

Stating that there was an increase in spice prices in Eskişehir after the earthquakes in Kahramanmaraş, tradesman Alper Aydın said, "Most of the spices came from the earthquake zone. Therefore, there was an increase." Citizens continue their spice shopping in Eskişehir during Ramadan. Citizens follow the herbalists and buy many spices, especially black pepper, chili pepper, and red powdered pepper. Spice sellers stated that spices that add flavor to meals at iftar tables are indispensable for citizens, and that the great earthquakes that occurred in the Southeastern Anatolia region in February affected the sales price of the products sent to their shops. "Black pepper, cayenne pepper, red pepper powder, mint and thyme are among the fixtures" Stating that he has been doing this herbal business in Eskişehir for about 15-16 years, Alper Aydın stated that he is pleased with the interest of the citizens in spices. Aydın said, "Every year in Ramadan, the interest in spices is high. They ...