Opening of export made Turkey's tomato producer happy

Published Mar 10, 2023

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Erdemli, known for its significant contribution to fresh vegetable and fruit production, particularly tomatoes, has seen a boost in farm gate prices with the recent commencement of tomato exports, primarily to European and Balkan markets. Initiated by the Ministry of Commerce, this venture has not only improved the market value of locally grown tomatoes, now fetching 15 TL per kilo, but also brought joy and financial stability to local farmers. This development is praised by local agricultural leaders and farmers alike for its positive impact on both their livelihoods and the district's economy.

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Rasim Şahin, President of the Erdemli Chamber of Agriculture, and Mehmet Kaya, President of the Assembly of the Chamber of Agriculture, examined the greenhouses where tomatoes were harvested. Rasim Şahin, stating that 160 thousand tons of tomatoes are produced on a 15 thousand decare area in Erdemli, said that tomatoes are exported especially to European and Balkan countries. Noting that Erdemli is one of the important centers of fresh vegetables and fruit production, Şahin said, "With the opening of tomato exports by our Ministry of Commerce, our tomato prices have increased. Currently, they find buyers for 15 TL per kilo. Our tomatoes grown in our district are exported to European and Balkan countries in particular. is being done. The fact that our quality tomatoes grown in our greenhouses make money and our farmers get paid for their efforts makes both us and our producers happy. We would like to thank all our officials who contributed to the opening of the export. Hopefully, ...

Source: Bursahakimiyet