Burak Karabudak, head of the citrus producers' association in the Adana province, expressed concern over the sharp increase in prices for mandarins in markets and stores, citing elevated expenses in fuel, labour, packaging, and transport as the main reasons.
Yashar Ozkan, head of the Agricultural Chamber in the Seyhan district of Adana, pointed to a 30% surplus in citrus production this year, linked to regional restrictions hindering exports to key destinations like Russia and Iraq. Local leaders highlighted the impact of high diesel prices and challenges in earthquake-affected cities.
Farmers voiced worries about declining exports, labour shortages, and rising costs, with some urging local authorities for support. Meanwhile, a group of associations filed a lawsuit against a regulation on agricultural production planning, claiming it lacks objective criteria and may force small farmers out of agriculture, citing its alleged inconsistency with the Constitution.
source: mk-turkey.ru