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Iraq ranked first among countries importing Turkish tangerines in 2025, with import values reaching $360 million. Cengiz Balik, Chairman of the Board of the Aegean Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Exporters' Association, stated that Turkey's tangerine exports generated total revenues of $912 million last year. Russia followed in second place with $313 million, then Ukraine with $72 million, Poland with $23 million, and Serbia with $19 million. Balik noted that the Turkish sector aims to boost its exports during the current season by focusing on compliance with pesticide residue standards, implementing good agricultural practices, facilitating customs procedures, and ensuring timely delivery of shipments to foreign markets. He confirmed that the Aegean Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Exporters' Association is working to enhance the competitiveness of Turkish products and expand their presence in European, Gulf, and Far Eastern markets through participation in trade fairs and organizing delegations and promotional activities.
