Kastamonu

Black Sea fishing season activity and regulation

6 clusters · 33 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: Turkey fish consumption remains low despite high availability

The Black Sea fishing season has commenced with high levels of activity and significant catches of bonito (palamut). In early September, regional hubs like Kefken Port saw large quantities of bonito brought to shore, wit

Wild mushroom season and safety warnings in Turkey

6 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Health officials issue warnings over seasonal mushroom poisoning risks

The arrival of autumn rains and cooling temperatures in Turkey has triggered an increase in mushroom growth across various regions. Early reports highlighted species such as kanlıca (Saffron milk cap), çıntar (Morel), an

Preservation of traditional Turkish and regional crafts

19 clusters · 41 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Traditional weaving crafts revived by women in Erzurum and Siirt

Efforts to preserve traditional Turkish crafts and archaeological legacies are being led by veteran practitioners, new entrepreneurs, and women. In Çorum, Mehmet Erdek has served as a master excavator at the Hattuşa Anci

Equestrian activities in Kastamonu

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Women in Kastamonu revive 600-year-old horse racing tradition

Equestrianism in the Kastamonu region has seen recent activity through both competitive sports and cultural preservation efforts. At the university level, the Kastamonu University equestrian team achieved multiple succe

Turkish fishing season: Record bonito yields amid rising log

27 clusters · 125 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Black Sea bonito abundance drives down prices and increases fishing pressure

The 2026-2027 Turkish fishing season is marked by a massive abundance of bonito (palamut), with yields potentially rivaling those of 2005. Following the expiration of the general fishing ban on September 1 in the Black S

TÜBİTAK science education and communication initiatives

8 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Science and technology education initiatives launched in Turkey

Science outreach and educational initiatives supported by TÜBİTAK continue to expand across Turkey, focusing on urban festivals, rural technological training, and national science communication. In October 2026, region

Turkish university white coat ceremonies

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Avrasya University holds White Coat Ceremony for Health Sciences students

In October 2026, multiple Turkish universities held white coat ceremonies to mark the professional entry of students into the health and veterinary sciences. At Kastamonu University, seventy veterinary medicine students

Sports development and events in Turkey

6 clusters · 29 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Turkey hosts regional events for Amateur Sports Week

Following the opening of the 2026 European Sports Week in Mardin, Amateur Sports Week continued across Turkey with various regional events and seminars aimed at recognizing athletic achievement and strengthening infrastr

Family feud violence in Ordu, Turkey

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Violent incidents and accidents reported across Turkey

In the Korgan district of Ordu, Turkey, a family feud led to two deaths over a two-day period starting October 6. The violence began when 40-year-old Orhan Artça was fatally stabbed during a dispute. Following this, the

Turkish chestnut harvest season

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Kastamonu chestnut harvest begins with increased yields

The chestnut harvest has commenced in several regions of Turkey, including Sinop and the Kastamonu province. In Sinop’s Erfelek district, favorable seasonal conditions have led producers to expect an increase in yield.

Turkish agricultural harvest season

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Pomegranate harvests begin in Antalya and Adana regions

Agricultural harvesting activities have commenced across various regions in Turkey. In the Kastamonu province and Daday district, the harvest of the endemic üryani eriği fruit has begun. This fruit, used in Ottoman cuisi