Turkey: 205 thousand tons of hazelnut kernels were sold in the 2023-2024 export season

Published 2024년 5월 1일

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The National Hazelnut Council President, Hamza Bölük, has announced that Turkey has sold 205 thousand tons of hazelnut kernels in the first eight months of the 2023-2024 export season, with expectations to reach 80-85 thousand tons more in the next period, generating 1.8-2 billion dollars in revenue. However, the increase in cocoa prices, a key ingredient in chocolate, is of concern as it could lead to a decrease in chocolate consumption, which in turn could negatively impact hazelnut exports.

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National Hazelnut Council President Hamza Bölük said that 205 thousand tons of hazelnut kernels were sold from Turkey in the 8-month period of the 2023-2024 export season. Hamza Bölük, who is also the President of Giresun Commodity Exchange, stated to the AA correspondent that the export season, which started on September 1, 2023, will end on August 31, 2024. Stating that 294 thousand tons of products were sent to various countries last season, Bölük said, "We expect an export close to the same this year. As of April 21, 205 thousand tons of hazelnut kernels were sold. We hope that 80-85 thousand tons of exports will be realized in the next period. Exports "I think that 1.8-2 billion dollars of revenue will be provided in return." he said. Bölük emphasized that Turkish exporters aim to sell more hazelnuts and increase the amount of income generated accordingly, and said, "The export process continues as expected this season. We hope that our exports and income will increase. Our ...

Source: Sondakika