Iraq emerges as second-largest market for Turkiye's cereals and oils

2026-03-24 - 23:31

Shafaq News- Ankara/ Baghdad Turkiye’s Mediterranean cereals and oils exporters generated $140.8 million in exports in February 2026, Faisal Mamis, head of the sector’s exporters’ association, said on Tuesday. In a statement, Mamis added that Iraq ranked as the second-largest importer, buying $11.9 million worth of goods, or 9% of total exports. Syria led with $14.5 million, or 11%. Sudan ranked third with $8.7 million, while Germany was among the leading European markets with imports of $6.9 million. Processed food continued to drive exports, with pulses making up 26%, sweets 20%, and sweet biscuits 6%. Mamis attributed the performance to rising demand in regional and international markets.