Ukraine Among Top Five Buyers of Turkish Vegetables

18 October 2026, 12:02 157

Türkiye exported more than 651 thousand tonnes of fresh vegetables worth a total of $822.679 million (+10%) in January–September this year.

This is according to data from the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TİM), Anadolu reports.

Tomatoes held the leading position in the export structure, with shipments generating $304.163 million (+4%). Peppers ranked second, with exports worth $275.486 million (+29%). These two categories accounted for around 70% of total export revenue from fresh vegetable supplies.

In addition, exports of cucumbers and gherkins during the reporting period generated $61.380 million for Türkiye, courgettes — $57.442 million, and carrots and radishes — $39.638 million.

Romania was the main importer of Turkish fresh vegetables, purchasing products worth $147 million. It was followed by Germany, with purchases worth $132.693 million, and russia, at $76.054 million.

Türkiye also exported fresh vegetables worth $55.485 million to Bulgaria, $49.969 million to Ukraine, and $47.802 million to the Netherlands.