Turkiye: Green lentil production area in Kırşehir increased by 70 percent

Published 2024년 8월 19일

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Kırşehir in Central Anatolia, known for its arid climate, has seen a surge in green lentil cultivation, now covering 112,000 decares, a 70% increase from last year. This makes the region a significant contributor to Turkey's green lentil production, accounting for about 16% of the national supply. The local agriculture department has supported farmers with lentil seed distribution and a 50% grant, despite challenges like climate change and drought affecting yield. The city's governor is optimistic about the future of green lentil farming, aiming for Kırşehir to become a leading region in lentil production. However, the recent harvest faced losses due to adverse weather conditions. Nonetheless, the city continues to explore ways to boost production through various incentives and strategies, highlighting a resilient and innovative agricultural community in the face of challenges.

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The cultivation area of green lentils, which is suitable for the arid climate of Central Anatolia and attracts more attention from producers every year, has increased in Kırşehir compared to last year. Green lentils, which are preferred in steppe and arid lands that receive little rainfall, also have an important place in the region in terms of product diversity. Kırşehir Governor Hüdayar Mete Buhara said that green lentils are important for the city in the field of grain. Governor Buhara said, "Some products have serious value in terms of both the size of the cultivation area and yield. Kırşehir meets approximately 16 percent of Turkey's green lentil needs. In this sense, there is a very serious cultivation. Our cultivation areas have also increased this year compared to last year. Yields may change from year to year with climate conditions, but it is obvious that green lentils are a very serious alternative product for our farmers. We think that green lentil production will ...

Source: Bursahakimiyet