W6 Hazelnut Update: Türkiye's Hazelnut Exports to EU Surge by 33% from Sep-23 to Jan-24, Climate Change Threatens to Decrease Türkiye Yields, and Georgia Expects Strong Hazelnut Harvest in 2024 Supported by Price Increase

Published 2024년 2월 16일

In W6 in the hazelnut landscape, Türkiye's hazelnut exports to the EU increased by 33% in the first five months of the current agricultural season, reaching USD 1.17 billion. However, climate change threatens hazelnut cultivation in Türkiye's Black Sea region, with yields decreasing by 20% to 25%. Georgia anticipates a strong hazelnut harvest in 2024, supported by increased prices and production support.

Hazelnut Exports in Düzce, Türkiye's Surge to EU in Jan-24

In Jan-24, Düzce, Türkiye, notably increased its exports to European Union (EU) countries, including 2.3 thousand tons of hazelnuts. This significantly increased from the 9.7 thousand tons of hazelnut kernels exported in 2023.

Türkiye's Hazelnut Export Earnings Surge by 33% in Sep-23 to Jan-24

Türkiye's hazelnut export earnings increased by 33% in the first five months of the current agricultural season (Sep-23 to Jan-24), reaching USD 1.17 billion. However, hazelnut exports decreased by nearly 7% to 142.1 thousand tons. Türkiye is the largest global hazelnut exporter, accounting for over 70% of the total.

Climate Change Threatens Hazelnut Cultivation in Türkiye's Black Sea Region

Türkiye's Black Sea region faces challenges due to unseasonably warm weather, posing risks of fertilization and agricultural frost disasters. The president of the Altıordu Agricultural Chamber warns of climate change-related issues affecting hazelnut cultivation. In 2023, hazelnut yield decreased by 20% to 25% due to fertilization issues. Increasing hazelnut prices and farmers holding onto their products are also causing concern. The Altıordu Agricultural Chamber urges universities to develop climate-resistant hazelnut varieties.

Georgia Anticipates Strong Hazelnut Harvest in 2024 Amid Price Increases and Production Support

The Georgian Hazelnut Producers Association expects a hazelnut harvest of 50 thousand tons in 2024, supported by the State Program to Support Nut Production. Although challenges such as soil acidity and heavy rainfall affect quality, hazelnut prices have increased. With a budget of USD 7.5 million (GEL 20 million), the program assists farmers by subsidizing agrochemicals and pesticides. In 2023, hazelnut exports from Georgia generated USD 50 million in revenue.