# Pepper production and harvest in Turkey

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/pepper-production-and-harvest-in-turkey
> Updated: 2026-10-23T09:51:00.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Pepper harvesting activities are underway across different regions of Turkey. In Kahramanmaraş, the harvest for the geographically indicated Maraş pepper has commenced, with an expected yield of 22,000 to 30,000 tons from over 500 farmers. Local authorities have provided agricultural support exceeding 150 million TL, including a grant program for 660,000 seedlings.

In the Kumluca district of Antalya, producers are preparing for the harvest of pointed and charleston peppers. Farmers in this region are utilizing biological control methods and greenhouse farming, with approximately 80 percent of the production intended for export markets.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-23: Kumluca pepper producer prepares for upcoming harvest

Farmer Adem Dalgıç in Kumluca, Antalya, expects to harvest peppers within two weeks, with 80 percent of his yield destined for export.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kumluca-pepper-producer-prepares-for-upcoming-harvest

### 2026-09-25: Maraş pepper harvest begins in Kahramanmaraş

The harvest of geographically indicated Maraş pepper has started in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey, with an expected yield of up to 30,000 tons and significant agricultural subsidies provided to local farmers.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mara-pepper-harvest-begins-in-kahramanmara

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