In Osmaniye, the peanut production center of Turkey, a harvest of 52 thousand tons is expected this year.

The harvest of peanuts, which are geographically marked and European Union (EU) registered, has begun in Osmaniye. The peanut harvest has started in Osmaniye, where 90% of Turkey's peanut cultivation, processing, and marketing takes place. In the city, 350 businesses produce peanuts, while approximately 3,500 families earn their livelihood from this crop. This year, it is reported that the cultivation area and yield have increased. The harvest began in the field of Habil Öztürk in Kırmıtlı village, where farmers expressed satisfaction with the yield and wished for a bountiful season. Stating that they expect a harvest of 52 thousand tons from an area of 127 thousand decares this year, Agricultural and Forestry Provincial Director Erdem Kolabaş said, "We have started the peanut harvest in our province. Last year, we had a production of 45 thousand tons from 98 thousand decares. Nationwide, Osmaniye ranks second in peanut production. This year, we expect a harvest of 52 thousand ...