Fight with residues and pests is a must for the fruit and vegetable sector of Turkey

Published 2021년 10월 20일

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A consultation meeting between Nejdat Sin, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Bekir Pakdemirli, and other stakeholders discussed the use of cultural, biological, and biotechnical control methods against plant pests in Turkey's fresh fruit and vegetable sector. The meeting, which also addressed the issue of pesticide residue in exports, resulted in the support of action plans to reduce pesticide use. The sector's exports increased by 19% in the first nine months of the year, exceeding $2 billion. The meeting also addressed the need for internationally valid documents like Global Gap, reduction of analysis fees, and the need for timely preventive measures against pests. The 'Turkey Brand' was promoted at the Moscow World Food Fair, with 30 companies representing Turkey at the event.

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Mediterranean Exporters' Associations (AKİB) Coordinator Chairman and Mediterranean Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Exporters' Association Chairman of the Board Nejdat Sin, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Bekir Pakdemirli and sector dynamics came together at the consultation meeting, which resulted in the application of cultural, biological and biotechnical control methods against plant pests at the right time. He stated that the successes were reflected in the export figures. Emphasizing that Turkey's exports of fresh fruits and vegetables in the January-September period increased by 19 percent compared to the same period of the previous year, and exceeded 2 billion dollars, President Nejdat Sin said, "Growing healthy, reliable and controlled products, raising awareness in the sector, increasing marketing opportunities, facilitating trade and promoting sustainable production. We would like to express our gratitude to our Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, Bekir Pakdemirli, for ...

Source: Sondakika