Production Haberleri - Son Dakika Production Haber Güncel Gelişmeler

Anchovy Exports Surpass Bonito

Despite a bountiful bonito season since the start of the fishing season on September 1, Turkey did not see this abundance mirrored in export numbers. Bonito exports to only two countries in September-October brought in just $15,556, while exports of anchovy to 20 countries generated $12,306,154. France was the leading importer of Turkish anchovy with $4,502,792, followed by Belgium with $3,736,313, and the USA with $1,191,935. In total, anchovy exports to France, Belgium, the USA, Germany, the UK, Ukraine, Spain, the Netherlands, Northern Cyprus, Italy, Romania, Canada, the UAE, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Switzerland, Greece, Iraq, Dubai, and Kenya amounted to 2,288,154 kilograms and generated $12,306,154 in foreign currency. In the same period last year, 2,001,862 kilograms of anchovy were exported to 25 countries, yielding $11,168,499. Bonito exports, however, were only sent to two countries in September-October. Northern Cyprus received 6,418 kilograms, and Turkmenistan received 1,490 kilograms, generating $15,556 in foreign currency, compared to $2,730 for the same period last year. ANCHOVY IS LOVED WORLDWIDE Fishermen note that anchovy is generally more popular abroad. Fisherman Ahmet Çoğalmış stated, "Anchovy trade exceeds $10 million annually. Bonito is more in demand domestically, so it’s not exported as much. Anchovy is more favored for export and is loved everywhere. When people think of the Black Sea, anchovy comes to mind, so it’s widely embraced." He added that anchovy exports bring in $10-15 million in annual revenue. Fisherman Emin Avcı mentioned that bonito is not widely known abroad, unlike anchovy, which has a global reputation and higher export volume. Another fisherman, Çetin Kavzoğlu, noted that anchovy is popular worldwide, while bonito is mostly consumed in Turkey and Greece. Anchovy exports from Trabzon brought in $185,617 in foreign exchange during the September-October period, compared to $287,427 in the same period last year.

Climate Change Induced Crisis in Western Mediterranean Agriculture

The agricultural sector, dealing with the impacts of climate change, is making production preparations under tough conditions. Farmers are trying to adapt to rapidly changing climate conditions as they plant new seeds, prepare their greenhouses, and get ready for winter. According to the drought map published by the General Directorate of Meteorology for the 2024 agricultural season, the western coast of Antalya, along with Muğla, Denizli, and Afyon, are marked as "extremely dry" areas. Isparta, Burdur, and central Antalya fall under "moderate and slightly dry" regions. The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry has accelerated efforts in water efficiency and flood management in the Western Mediterranean. Nazif Alp, President of the Antalya Chamber of Agriculture, noted a 40% decrease in rainfall in agricultural basins in the Mediterranean region compared to last year, stressing that this has severely impacted agricultural production. YIELDS FALLING, FARMERS STRUGGLING Alp pointed out that significant losses have occurred in agricultural production in 2024 due to drought, with the effects of climate change felt more intensely each year. Yield losses during harvest season can lead farmers to struggle financially, even causing some to stop planting. Alp emphasized, "Now is the time for planting in agricultural areas. Greenhouses are being prepared, and summer conditions are being managed. Support for farmers to carry out planting, irrigation, and spraying is essential. If farmers don’t plant, life stops." WINTER PLANTING DELAYED Due to drought, many producers in and around Antalya had to delay winter planting. Alp explained, "Producers are trying to operate under long dry spells and intense rains. Being in the Mediterranean basin, our country is among those most affected by climate change. Our farmers are finding it challenging to adapt to these changes and variations." He added that because rainfall doesn’t occur in expected seasons but instead exceeds norms in other seasons, farmers struggle to protect their crops. AUTUMN RAINS INSUFFICIENT Alp stated that autumn rains have decreased significantly in recent years, and temperatures have been above normal. Since 2019, rainfall in September, October, and November has been below expected levels, causing the soil to dry faster. This trend continued into 2024, with Alp noting, "We no longer see autumn rains as we used to." DROUGHT-RESISTANT SEEDS ARE ESSENTIAL Alp stressed that farmers need to shift to more productive seed varieties to cope with climate change, saying, "Drought-resistant seed varieties should be developed. Pressurized irrigation systems should be expanded, and irrigation costs should be reduced. New loans for farmers should be interest-free." He added that Antalya is a vital region where agricultural production occurs year-round, playing a significant role in meeting the country’s food needs.

Egg production increased by 3.1 percent

The Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) has released the December 2023 Poultry Production Statistics. Accordingly, chicken meat production amounted to 200,333 tons, while chicken egg production reached 1.86 billion units. In December, compared to the same month of the previous year, chicken egg production increased by 6.3 percent, the number of slaughtered chickens decreased by 0.9 percent, chicken meat production decreased by 0.4 percent, and turkey meat production decreased by 1.5 percent. In the January-December period, compared to the same period of the previous year, chicken egg production increased by 4.2 percent, the number of slaughtered chickens decreased by 5.7 percent, chicken meat production decreased by 3.7 percent, and turkey meat production decreased by 11.3 percent. Chicken meat production, which was 202,143 tons in the previous month, decreased by 0.9 percent in December to 200,333 tons. Chicken egg production, which was 1,799,656 million units in the previous month, increased by 3.1 percent in December to 1,855,505 million units.

Konya leads in 13 crops: Turkey's top agricultural producer

"Covering approximately 7.84% of the country's production areas, Konya holds the first position in Turkey in terms of production quantity in 13 different crops. With 67% of its total area used as agricultural land, Konya cultivates crops on a total cultivation area of 2.2 million hectares. Concerns of reduced yield due to low snowfall in the past winter gave way to a fruitful season with spring rains. Experiencing a productive period in cereal cultivation, the Konya Plain continues the harvest of crops like sugar beets, carrots, and corn. Serving as the granary with approximately 7.84% of the country's production areas, Konya has achieved an agricultural production value of 33.10 billion Turkish Lira. With provided support and the development of production awareness, the Konya Plain ranks first in Turkey in terms of production quantity in 13 different crops. "Konya region leads Turkey in production quantity for 13 crops" Ziraat Mühendisleri Odası (ZMO) Konya Şube Başkanı Burak Kırkgöz highlighted that the Konya Plain covers approximately 7.84% of Turkey's production areas. He stated, "Approximately 1 million 89 thousand hectares of land are under cultivation in the Konya Plain, constituting about 7.84% of Turkey's production areas. Konya ranks first in Turkey in terms of production quantity for approximately 13 different crops in the region. Additionally, the agricultural production value of the Konya region amounts to 33.10 billion Turkish Lira. This value is met with the products cultivated in irrigable lands in the Konya region. Moreover, the milk production in the Konya region, exceeding 1.5 million tons, ranks first in Turkey." "The value of water is crucial in the Konya region" Burak Kırkgöz emphasized the potential to increase production areas by approximately 2 to 3 times with the expansion of irrigation areas. He stated, "Konya has significant agricultural value for our country in terms of agricultural management. We can irrigate about 32% of the 1.89 million hectares, using it as irrigated land in agricultural areas. The value of water is crucial in the Konya region because it is a closed basin, experiencing water scarcity due to the absence of external water inflow. In the coming years, with the increase in irrigation areas, we can potentially triple the production areas. Of course, climate and water in agricultural production are the most critical factors for production values. The changes in climate in recent years have once again highlighted this fact. Our field agricultural engineers are continuously improving themselves in these matters. They assist farmers at every stage to achieve more yield with less water usage. Attention to these aspects is crucial for sustainable agriculture." "For strong production, we need strong seed cultivation" Highlighting the importance of seed and fertilizer in the production field, Burak Kırkgöz stated, "This is a crucial issue for our country and particularly for Konya. In seed production, Konya region produces 28% of the certified seeds produced throughout the country. We need strong seed cultivation for robust production, and we consistently convey this to our farmers. The use of certified seeds is especially essential, and an increase in the quantity of products they obtain from this production is one of the most critical factors, with 28% of certified seeds being produced in the Konya region. Many companies in the Konya region are working on seed cultivation and continue their R&D efforts. These seed companies need a bit more support from the Ministry of Agriculture, and increasing these efforts is necessary for our country's cultivation areas to have certified seeds. The seed issue is crucial in Turkey as it is worldwide. Especially the development of seeds known as heirloom seeds, which are cultivated in our country, and increasing their breeding studies should continue. The Ministry of Agriculture has serious efforts in this regard. Currently, the production planning carried out by our ministry is crucial for us and our country." "Egg, meat, and milk production also lead in Konya" Drawing attention to the need for increased support for products with lower water consumption, Kırkgöz stated, "Hopefully, in the coming periods, due to water scarcity in the Konya region, especially for the cultivation of products with lower water consumption, support for cereals and products with low water consumption needs to be increased a bit more. It is crucial for us that support for other products is provided in regions where water is abundant. Especially for the Konya region, our leading products in production include barley, wheat, corn, sugar beets, carrots, cherries in the highlands of Konya, as well as coriander, bitter vetch, tulip, Hungarian seed, birdseed, peas, and cooking peas. Of course, alongside these, egg, meat, and milk production also lead in Konya."

The quantity of collected cow's milk increased by 4.6 percent

The quantity of cow's milk collected by commercial dairy enterprises increased by 4.6 percent in September compared to the same month of the previous year, according to the data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) for September 2023. In September, commercial dairy enterprises collected 786,213 tons of cow's milk. The amount of cow's milk collected by commercial dairy enterprises increased by 4.6 percent in September compared to the same month of the previous year and by 3.1 percent in the January-September period compared to the same period of the previous year. In September, compared to the same month of the previous year, cow cheese production increased by 7.7 percent, buttermilk production by 6.5 percent, yogurt production by 4.0 percent, and drinking milk production by 0.4 percent, while butter production decreased by 8.6 percent. In the January-September period, compared to the same period of the previous year, cow cheese production increased by 9.2 percent, buttermilk production by 7.1 percent, and yogurt production by 3.5 percent, while butter production decreased by 11.4 percent, and drinking milk production decreased by 1.9 percent. The quantity of cow's milk collected by commercial dairy enterprises in September decreased by 4.5 percent, reaching 786,213 tons, compared to the previous month, where it was 823,067 tons. The production of drinking milk, which was 111,497 tons in the previous month, increased by 11 percent in September, reaching 123,742 tons.

Potato harvest of women from Muş

The women who harvest the potatoes consumed with affection in Muş contribute not only to the household economy but also cover the educational expenses of their children. Women agricultural workers harvesting potatoes in Muş bring bread to their homes with their hard work. Women agricultural workers harvesting potatoes in the fields of the Yıldız Alparslan Agricultural Enterprise Directorate collect the potatoes, which are harvested with a tractor, by hand, putting them into sacks. Starting their challenging work early in the morning with the first light of the day, the women reach the potato fields from the city center by vehicles after completing their household chores. Stating that the developing agricultural areas in Muş are a source of income for them, Sevgi Subaşı said, "To educate our children and contribute to the family budget, we work in the fields throughout the summer. I wake up early in the morning, do household chores, and then come to the field. Here, we harvest potatoes. My children go to school, and I have to work to educate them and contribute to my husband. Women need to work. Starting in the summer and continuing until the late autumn, we can find work in many cultivation areas, especially sugar beet cultivation, and receive a daily wage of 400 lira. This way, we bring bread to our homes." Explaining that she comes to harvest potatoes after milking the cows in the early morning, Çiçek Çetin, a mother of 7 children, said, "I come to the field to harvest potatoes. Here, I dig potatoes under the ground until evening. Then, I go back home, milk the cows again, prepare meals for the children, and wash dishes until late at night. As women, we have no night or day. Our work is difficult, but by working, I am educating my children. I work until the late autumn. Our job is quite challenging."

Potato seed production thrives with soilless agriculture

The Niğde Potato Research Institute, known for introducing local potato varieties to the country's agriculture, has augmented its production capacity through the implementation of the soilless agriculture system in the greenhouses it has established. The Niğde Potato Research Institute achieves higher yields through the cultivation of potato seeds using air and water. In comparison to the classical method of producing 5-6 seeds per plant in soil, the institute has increased this number to an impressive 50-150 through the implementation of the soilless agriculture system. Operating in fully controlled greenhouses established with the soilless system, the institute has reached a capacity of 2 million mini tubers and is capable of year-round seed production. Providing insights into the system that reduces costs and enhances yield in seed production, Uğur Pırlak, the Director of Niğde Potato Research Institute, emphasized their goal of delivering local and national varieties to farmers at a higher quality and more affordable prices. Pırlak stated, 'Through our breeding studies, supported by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, our institute has introduced 10 local and national varieties to the country's agriculture. We have transferred 8 of these varieties to local companies, and in our institute, we produce advanced seeds to ensure that these varieties are locally produced, certified, and made available to our farmers. Highlighting the increased production capacity in the aeroponic greenhouse, Pırlak stated, 'In the aeroponic system, within a completely soilless environment, we can achieve 6-7 harvests by spraying the nutrient solution on the roots at specific intervals. While we typically obtain 6-7 mini tubers from one plant in the soil system, with this aeroponic system, we can now obtain between 50 and 150 mini tubers. We persist in our efforts for year-round seed production at our institute.

Beekeeping support in Düzce

Pharmaceutical supplements were given to 65 thousand hives of 786 beekeepers operating in Düzce. In order to improve beekeeping and protect bee health, a medicine distribution ceremony was held for 65 thousand hives to 786 beekeepers operating in Düzce within the framework of the Bee Pest Control Project. Speaking at the medicine distribution ceremony held at Düzce Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry, Provincial Director of Agriculture and Forestry Esra Uzun said, “Beekeeping is one of the important agricultural activities of our country. Thanks to beekeeping, valuable products such as honey, pollen, propolis and royal jelly are obtained and agricultural productivity is increased by ensuring the pollination of plants. Considering these benefits of beekeeping, our directorate continues to support our beekeepers. 9,500 medicines that we will distribute to 786 beekeepers operating in our city for 65 thousand hives are part of this project. Medicine plays a very important role in protecting bees from pests. “Bee pesticides should be used for an effective fight against a common and dangerous pest, especially the varroa mite.” Düzce Deputy Ercan Öztürk, İGM President Fazlı Koç, Provincial Special Administration General Secretary Mehmet Hayri Şen, Düzce Beekeepers Association President Cafer Kaba, union presidents and beekeepers attended the drug distribution. The program ended with the distribution of medicines.

Tangerine cheap but fruitful this year

Tangerine, whose price has halved compared to last year and found buyers in the garden for 3-4 TL, is on sale in markets and markets for 7 to 10 TL. Citrus fruits also come to the fore in Mersin, which has an important place in Turkey's fresh vegetable and fruit production. Mersin ranks first in lemon production and tangerine ranks second. It was stated that the yield of tangerine, which is produced in an area of 72 thousand decares, was 310 thousand tons this year, and a 35 percent increase is expected compared to the previous season. It was stated that the harvest, which started from the last week of October, will continue intensively until January. It was recorded that workers started working early in the morning, collected the fruits that filled the branches one by one and sent them to markets and markets. It was learned that the tangerine, which had a buyer in the garden in the 3-4 TL range, was sold for 7 to 10 TL in markets and markets. "310 thousand tons of yield is expected on 72 thousand decares" Stating that the Mersin region is of great importance in citrus fruit production, Ali Yılmaz, Agricultural Engineer of the Alata Horticultural Research Institute in Mersin Erdemli, gave information and said; "After lemon, tangerine has a significant production area. This year, 310 thousand tons of production is expected in an area of 72 thousand decares. When we compare our yield this year compared to last year, an increase of 30-35 percent is expected. We observed that an adult tree has grown from 150 kilograms to over 200 kilograms on average. Harvest continues until January. We continue this with the late harvested variety in February and March. "We can say that the most affordable fruit, both in terms of price and nutrition, is tangerine." Ercan Kızılay, one of those who started harvesting in the gardens in Erdemli, said, "Our harvest has started, the prices are affordable, there is plenty of fruit. We want everyone to eat it."