Turkey's fresh fruit and vegetable exports increased by 14% in August, reaching a value of 148.3 million dollars, with grapes, peaches, and tomatoes accounting for 56% of the exports. The highest increases in export volume were achieved in potatoes, onions, lemons, oranges, and tomatoes. Greece, Libya, and Israel saw the highest increases in export volume. The country is also taking steps to combat the Mediterranean Fruit Fly, which harms citrus and stone fruits, and has requested the Ministry of Agriculture to reduce analysis frequency and fees.