Marmarabirlik Announces Deadline for Olive Harvest Declarations
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Marmarabirlik Chairman of the Board Ali Yıldız announced that olive harvest declarations for the 2026/2027 season will close on Friday, October 23, at the end of business hours.
Marmarabirlik Chairman of the Board Ali Yıldız issued important warnings regarding the harvest declaration process ahead of the 2026/2027 product purchase campaign. Yıldız stated that harvest declarations, which began on September 21, will end on Friday, October 23, 2026, at the end of business hours, emphasizing the vital importance for producers to make realistic declarations reflecting the actual situation on their land. Yıldız noted that declarations not only determine purchase quantities but also ensure the efficient management of storage, processing, logistics, and financing capacities, reminding that products from members who do not submit declarations may not be purchased.
Touching upon the official studies conducted regarding olive stock and harvest estimates nationwide, Ali Yıldız announced that field assessments coordinated by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry began on July 28. According to the Ministry's data, a total of 370 technical personnel and managers are actively working in the field across 41 provinces where olives are cultivated in Turkey. Yıldız stated that Marmarabirlik is also continuously collecting declarations from its producer members within its operational area.
Marmarabirlik Chairman of the Board Ali Yıldız emphasized that the purchase strategy for the new harvest period will not be based on a single criterion, stating that acting on unconfirmed figures would be misleading. Explaining the purchase planning strategy, Marmarabirlik Chairman of the Board Ali Yıldız stated:
Ali Yıldız noted that economic conditions, production costs, and domestic and international market balances will be decisive in the decisions, announcing their aim to maintain the institution's strong structure. In his assessment of the planning process, Marmarabirlik Chairman of the Board Ali Yıldız made the following statements:
According to Union data, Marmarabirlik recorded a net turnover of approximately 6.8 billion TL and $35 million in exports in 2025.
Without stating a definitive figure for the new season's olive purchase price, Yıldız indicated that a level that will satisfy producers is being targeted, adding:
Warning producers against speculation, Marmarabirlik Chairman of the Board Ali Yıldız concluded his remarks by saying:
| Value | Period | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| 41 provinces | 2026 | Number of provinces where olive production is carried out and field study is conducted |
| 370 people | 2026 | Number of technical personnel and managers participating in field study |
| 6.8 billion TL | 2025 | Marmarabirlik net turnover |
| 35 million dollars | 2025 | Marmarabirlik export amount |