Revenue and Export Growth
Turkey's honey exports during the first nine months of 2026 generated revenues exceeding $22.5 million, with exported quantities reaching 5,139 tons. According to data from the Black Sea Exporters Union, Turkish honey exports reached 39 countries, reflecting significant expansion in global markets.
Key Import Markets
The United States topped the list of countries importing Turkish honey with a value of $7,168,994, followed by Germany with $3,124,359, and the UK with $3,115,101. The list of import markets during this period included Syria, Denmark, Sweden, and Cape Verde, countries to which no exports were recorded during the same period last year.
Union's Export Goals
In a statement to Anadolu, Selçuk Iskender, Chairman of the Board of the Black Sea Exporters Union, stated that honey exports during the first nine months of the year reflect important diversification in the import markets for Turkish products. Iskender clarified that the US, Germany, and the UK are at the forefront of export markets, noting that sales to other countries also contribute to enhancing the presence and reputation of Turkish honey in international markets.
He added that the Union aims to increase the number of countries importing Turkish honey, alongside expanding its share in current markets. Iskender emphasized the importance of continuing efforts to highlight the quality and reliability of Turkish honey in global markets, thereby supporting the economic sustainability of the sector.
Source: Anadolu Agency
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