Turkish agricultural producers warn of price volatility in fig and corn markets

Turkish agricultural producers are facing significant economic challenges regarding fig and corn markets.

In the Aegean Region, fig producers are expressing concern over potential price drops for the 2026 season. While a 20-25% increase in yield is expected due to favorable rainfall, İYİ Party İzmir Provincial Chair Ülkü Doğan warned that high yields could depress prices. Doğan noted that previous seasons saw prices fall as low as 100 lira and argued that TARİŞ's current purchasing volumes are insufficient to regulate the market. There are concerns that prices may not exceed 250 lira, potentially harming producers.

Simultaneously, in Adana's Yüreğir district, Ziraat Chamber President Mehmet Akın Doğan reported a projected 5-million-ton deficit in corn production. With expected production at 8.5 million tons against a demand of over 13 million tons, prices are expected to rise. The shortage is attributed to high demand for industrial starch products and reduced yields in the Konya region. Doğan also highlighted that logistical disruptions from the Russia-Ukraine war and low water levels in Romania are complicating the supply chain, suggesting the Turkish Grain Board (TMO) must set higher purchase prices to stabilize the market.