In the first half of 2023, Azerbaijan's hazelnut exports increased by 18.9% compared to the same period in 2022, reaching a total of 11,489.2 tons. The value of the exported peeled hazelnuts was estimated at $58.77 million, an increase of 5.7%. The main importers of Azerbaijani hazelnuts include Russia, Germany, and Italy, while exports to the European Union have significantly decreased.