Where is Turkey in the world's agriculture?

The article highlights the disappointing position of Turkey in the global agricultural trade, despite its large agricultural sector and strategic location. The Secretary General of the Federation of Turkish Food and Beverage Industry Associations, İlknur Menlik, noted that Turkey is not among the leading countries in the export of key agricultural products such as fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, fish, and oilseeds. He emphasized the need for Turkey to shift its focus from local markets to global exports and to improve the quality and scale of its agricultural production to ensure its presence in the global agricultural industry.

The article also brings attention to the environmental concerns in Turkey, specifically the pollution of the Ergene River, which continues to pose a threat to public health despite years of efforts to improve its condition. Plans to build a plastic industry facility in a region with first-class agricultural land have raised concerns from local chambers and NGOs, who argue that it goes against legislation and the law. The article underscores the need for Turkey to address these environmental issues and improve its agricultural sector to strengthen its position in the global market.