Alanya Farmer Expects Urgent Support for Eggplant

Eggplant is one of the agricultural products where producers suffer the most this season in

Alanya district. Despite increasing input costs, product prices remained well below costs, dragging farmers into an economic impasse. The agricultural sector in the region called on the authorities to solve this crisis.

Costs Increased, Prices Crashed

Unpredictable increases in input costs have put a strain on farmers producing in the field. Eggplant producers across Alanya suffered a big blow as sales prices did not cover production costs. It is pointed out that this difficult situation that farmers are in may also have negative effects on the local economy.

Support is Essential for Food Safety

It is emphasized that state supports are of vital importance for the sustainability of agricultural production and for producers to receive compensation for their labor. It was stated that supporting the producing farmers is critical not only for the continuity of production, but also for the general food security of the country. Alanya farmers are waiting for the next steps from the authorities to continue their production activities.

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