Turkey: Greenhouses in Gebze

Farmers, who produce in the greenhouses in Ovacık, Kadıllı, Cumaköy and Denizli villages in summer and winter, contribute to the economic development of the region following the industrial enterprises known for their giant investments. Of the 300 tons of fresh vegetables shipped from Kocaeli in a season, 100 tons are harvested in Gebze and shipped to the market in Kadıköy, Istanbul. Producers who earn a living from greenhouses also contribute to the regional economy through sales on social media and picking from the field and greenhouse. 4 villages earn their living from greenhouses Ayhan Pekşen, Chairman of the Gebze Chamber of Agriculture, told AA correspondent that they mostly ship to Istanbul and the other markets. Pekşen said “We have no market problems. We have no shortage in production. We only have a shortage of labor. We will try to solve the labor problem this year by talking to our state authorities.” Explaining that 6-7 tons of tomatoes, 5 tons of cucumbers and 3 tons ...