The article examines the global hazelnut market, focusing on Turkey's growing dominance in hazelnut exports to China, which surged by 160% in volume and 190% in value from January to August 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. Meanwhile, U.S. hazelnut exports to China have plummeted. Despite a 21.6% increase in U.S. hazelnut production in 2023, global exports of shelled hazelnuts have declined, resulting in higher prices. Contributing factors to the price rise include the Turkish Grain Board's increased purchase price and reduced exports from other countries.