A Major Leap in Agriculture: Turkey Rises to 7th Place in Global Agricultural Production

Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, İbrahim Yumaklı, spoke at the meeting of sector stakeholders organized by the Muğla Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Minister Yumaklı stated that they have risen to 7th place in global agricultural production, according to the latest data from the World Bank. 'Despite the frost and drought in 2025, we have exceeded the $80 billion threshold in agricultural production for the first time,' he said. Minister Yumaklı also emphasized that they consider the strong infrastructure of agriculture not at the provincial level, but at the level of Turkey, and that a total of 3 trillion liras of agricultural support has been provided to the sector. 4.7 trillion liras were invested in water and irrigation. The support provided and the investments made are of great importance for the country's national security, independence, and the food that will go to people's tables. The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry has also taken significant steps in aquaculture. Muğla is the first in aquaculture production. Last year, the country exported $2.3 billion, and $1 billion of this came from Muğla producers. Minister Yumaklı said, 'Rural development investments are our top priority. Therefore, we will continue to invest in rural development to maintain investment, entrepreneurship, and strong production structure in rural areas.' The Future of the Agricultural Sector and Turkey's Role is crucial for the country's future and independence. Supporting and strengthening the agricultural sector is of critical importance for the country's economic and social development.