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Avocado imports to Georgia growing at a record level

Avocado imports to Georgia growing at a record level

As for the data of the 1st 5 months of the current year, 670 tons of avocados worth 1,238,270 USD were imported into Georgia. In annual terms, the indicator has increased twice or by 118%. In particular, in January-May 2022, 567,000 USD worth of products entered the country. According to the data of "Sakstat", the avocado importing countries in January-May of this year are: Netherlands - 1,097,930 USD Turkey - 122,340 USD; Kenya - 18 thousand USD. [BPN]

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17-07-2023		13:56

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Turkey increased exports of fresh fruit and vegetables

Turkey increased exports of fresh fruit and vegetables

Turkey increased its fresh fruit and vegetable exports by 17% in the first six months of this year, said Ferhat Gürüz, head of the Turkish Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Exporters' Association, Anadolu Agency reported on 12 July. The growth of fresh fruit and vegetable exports in the first six months of the year compared to the same period last year was 17%, or 2 million 277 thousand tonnes of agricultural products. In monetary terms, this volume of products was worth $1.69 billion.

Date		Time
17-07-2023		13:25

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Georgia bans wheat imports until November

Georgia bans wheat imports until November

Georgia introduced a ban on the import of wheat. Amid heavy rains, crops fail to meet quality standards, forcing farmers to feed wheat to livestock. Georgia introduced restrictions on wheat imports until November 1 this year, the government of the republic informed. According to the government, the corresponding decision was made at the Economic Council in connection with the poor harvest. "Due to heavy rainfall in Kakheti, a significant part of the wheat crop does not meet the requirements of food wheat, as a result of which farmers have to sell wheat as feed for livestock. It was decided to limit the import of milled wheat until November 1, 2023,” - the government press-service informs.

Date		Time
14-07-2023		10:54

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The first presentation of YURT in Georgia

The first presentation of YURT in Georgia

The first presentation of the online agricultural platform "YURT" in Georgia was held in Marneuli. The meeting was attended by about 20 farm owners and business managers working in Marneuli. The participants were provided with detailed information about the advantages of the online platform, the services offered and the rules of posting ads on www.yurt.farm. During the presentation, the participants' questions were answered. At the meeting, ideas about the project were shared and suggestions were collected. The presentation was held with the support of the Union of Entrepreneurs "Borchaly". It should be noted that similar meetings are planned in other regions of Georgia.

Date		Time
11-07-2023		14:48

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Georgia exports 2,346 tonnes of blueberries

Georgia exports 2,346 tonnes of blueberries

Georgia exported 2,346 tonnes of blueberries worth $14.4 million between May 1 and July 5. The volume of blueberry exports increased by 1,766 tonnes - a four-fold increase - year-on-year, with the value of the exports at $10.7 million, or a 3.9-fold rise. Georgian blueberries were exported to Russia (2,207 tonnes), Poland (37 tonnes), United Arab Emirates (33.3 tonnes), the Netherlands (24.5 tonnes), Armenia (15.5 tonnes), Germany (11.1 tonnes), Qatar (4.3 tonnes), Kuwait (4.3 tonnes), Saudi Arabia (3.2 tonnes), Bahrain (2.7 tonnes) and other countries (3 tonnes).

Date		Time
10-07-2023		14:50

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Georgia received $4 million from peach export

Georgia received $4 million from peach export

Georgia exported 3,635 tonnes of peaches worth $3.9 million between May 1 and July 5. The export volume increased by 510 tons (16 percent), and the value by $460,000 (13 percent). Georgian peaches were exported to Russia (3,136 tonnes), Armenia (480 tonnes) and Belarus (20 tonnes).

Date		Time
10-07-2023		14:24

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Uzbekistan exports record amount of watermelon

Uzbekistan exports record amount of watermelon

The export of watermelons to foreign markets began in the first ten days of May, a week earlier than the previous year, with mass exports starting in mid-May. During a relatively short period, Uzbekistan managed to export more than 30,000 tons of fresh watermelons, setting a record for the start of the export season. Preliminary trade statistics reveal that in May 2023 alone, Uzbekistan exported 30,400 tons of watermelons, amounting to $6.5mn in value. This represents a ninefold increase compared to the same period last year and a twelvefold increase compared to May 2021. [EastFruit]

Date		Time
10-07-2023		12:19

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Georgia ranks 6th among the global hazelnut producers- INC

Georgia ranks 6th among the global hazelnut producers- INC

In 2022-2023, Georgia ranks 6th among the world's hazelnut producers, as per a report by the INC International Nut & Dried Fruit Council. During this period, the country produced 14,800 tons of unshelled hazelnuts. Georgia’s share in the global production is 3%. As for neighboring countries, Azerbaijan ranks fourth (24,000 tons, 4%), Turkey remains the world leader with 415,300 tons, accounting for 71% in the global nut production. [commersant.ge]

Date		Time
10-07-2023		11:09

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A ban on livestock export was introduced in Kazakhstan

A ban on livestock export was introduced in Kazakhstan

On 30 June, a decree will come into force banning the export of large and small livestock from the country for six months. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, such measures will contribute to the development of livestock breeding, reports Press.kz. On 23 June, the Ministry of Agriculture introduced quantitative restrictions on the export of live cattle from Kazakhstan in the amount of 60 thousand head, including: According to the ministry, in recent years there has been a high demand for live cattle in neighbouring countries, which has led to an active export of livestock abroad. Large volumes of exports can "nullify all the state's efforts to develop livestock breeding and processing".

Date		Time
20-06-2023		18:06

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Türkiye potato production is anticipated to increase significantly in 2023

Türkiye potato production is anticipated to increase significantly in 2023

In 2023, a sharp increase in potato production is expected in Turkey, which is among the top 15 world's largest exporters of these tubers. These data are confirmed, in particular, by statistics on seed potato imports. In the first four months of 2023, Turkey imported 28.5 thousand tons of seed potatoes, which is a new import record for all years. This is also 91% more than the volume of imports for the same period in 2022. The main volumes of seed potatoes, namely 79%, were supplied from the Netherlands. Another 7% of seed tubers were imported from the UK, 6% from France, 4% from Germany and 2% from Belgium. Probably, the sharp increase in potato production in Turkey is a reaction to high prices for these products not only in the region, but also within the country. Source: Eastfruit

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20-06-2023		12:07

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In Uzbekistan, the state is increasing support for the agricultural sector

In Uzbekistan, the state is increasing support for the agricultural sector

The Decree of the President of Uzbekistan "On Ensuring Continuity of Financing of Expenditures for State Support of Agriculture" comes into force in Uzbekistan. The Fund for State Support of Agriculture from the Fund for Reconstruction and Development is granted an interest-free loan of $250 million for one year. The terms of repayment of loans granted by commercial banks to cotton textile clusters in 2022 are extended by 1 year (in the amount of $250 million).

Date		Time
20-06-2023		12:03

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Georgia will apply tax exemptions for agro and wine tourism operators

Georgia will apply tax exemptions for agro and wine tourism operators

Tax benefits are planned for individuals engaged in agritourism and wine tourism activities. Proposed amendments to the Tax Code will be presented during the Georgia’s Parliament Bureau meeting. The project specifies that these tax benefits will apply solely to individuals whose annual income does not exceed GEL 500,000. According to the proposal, the income generated and the wages paid by individuals involved in agritourism and wine tourism will be exempt from income tax for ten calendar years if granted this status. The implementation date for this draft law has been set for July 1, 2025.

Date		Time
19-06-2023		18:48

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