The Turkish grain industry has experienced a 31.65% increase in exports in the first four months of the year, reaching $3.6 billion, according to the Istanbul Cereals, Pulses, Oilseeds and Products Exporters' Association (IHBIR). The sector shipped to 185 countries, with the USA, Iraq, and Algeria being the top three recipients. Notable increases in exports were seen in sugar and sugary products, other food preparations, and milling products. Kazım Taycı, Chairman of IHBIR, expressed optimism and stated that the industry would continue to grow throughout the year.