TMO Continues Raisin Purchases in Manisa

September 19, 2026 · TMO

The Turkish Grain Board (TMO) is continuously carrying out its seedless dried raisin purchases, which began on September 15 across Manisa, in line with producer demands.

The Turkish Grain Board (TMO) has announced that it is continuously carrying out its seedless dried raisin purchase process, which began on September 15 across Manisa. In a statement made by the TMO General Directorate, it was stated that product acceptances are being meticulously carried out to protect the labor of producers and that the purchase program is shaped in line with producer needs. The institution also thanked the Manisa Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry for the coordination support provided to the purchase activities in the field.

Producer Murat Gümüş, who has been farming in the region for 25 years, stated that they have experienced various difficulties in the marketing process due to the high yield throughout the season. Pointing out the difference between free market and institutional prices, producer Murat Gümüş said:

Gümüş added that they are relieved by the institution's intervention in the market:

Efkan Yılmaz, a vineyard owner for 33 years, who made an assessment at the purchase points, made the following statements:

Producer Mustafa Babacan, who has been engaged in viticulture since 1981, expressed his satisfaction with the process:

The TMO General Directorate stated that the purchase process is being carried out meticulously and that product deliveries continue.

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