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Foodist Istanbul 2026 opens at Tüyap to connect global food markets
The Foodist Istanbul International Food and Beverage Products Fair has opened at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center. Running from September 1 to September 4, 2026, the event aims to connect Turkey's food production capacity with global trade networks.
The opening ceremony was attended by Turkish Trade Minister Ömer Bolat and Minister of Agriculture and Forestry İbrahim Yumaklı. The fair expects to host approximately 70,000 industry professionals from more than 150 countries, featuring around 650 brands.
Major industry participants include Kadooğlu Yağ, which is showcasing its range of sunflower, corn, and olive oils, and Balparmak, which is presenting its honey portfolio and Apitera brand. The event covers diverse topics including export strategies, digitalization, sustainability, and food technology.
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Foodist Istanbul · Ibrahim Yumaklı · Kadooğlu Yağ · TÜYAP Fair and Congress Center · Ömer Bolat
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Turkish Trade Minister Ömer Bolat and Minister of Agriculture and Forestry İbrahim Yumaklı attended the opening ceremony. www.gastrofill.com · www.mersinhaber.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Foodist Istanbul International Food and Beverage Products Fair is being held at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center. www.gastrofill.com · www.mersinhaber.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The fair is scheduled to take place from September 1 to September 4, 2026. www.gastrofill.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Kadooğlu Yağ is exhibiting sunflower, corn, olive, and industrial oils at the event. www.mersinhaber.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately 70,000 industry professionals from over 150 countries are expected to attend. www.gastrofill.com