The Turkish Grain Board (TMO), the public authority in Turkey’s grain sector, issued a statement to inform the public and industry stakeholders about its durum wheat export processes. According to the statement, export tenders for high-quality durum wheat were not approved due to the low prices offered.

TMO announced that it continues to carry out its durum wheat sales policies and export activities transparently. The statement detailed that the sales of durum wheat have been implemented in three distinct phases: domestic sales began in September 2024, export-oriented sales started in December 2024, and sales for processed goods exports commenced in February 2025. Currently, domestic sales and those for processed goods exports are ongoing without interruption.

TMO organized export tenders for high-quality durum wheat (75% vitreousness, 78 hectoliters, 12.5% protein) on December 4, 2024, and March 27, 2025, but did not approve them due to the low price offers received. This decision reflects the institution’s policy of maintaining market stability and preserving the value of its products.

Meanwhile, lower-quality durum wheat (50% vitreousness, 77 hectoliters, 12% protein), which is less preferred by industrialists and considered surplus, was opened for export as of February 2025. This product is being sold to interested buyers at a price of 320 USD/ton, as set by TMO in accordance with regulations. This price is approximately 40 USD/ton higher than the domestic sales price for the same quality wheat. To date, demand for 90,000 tons of low-quality durum wheat has been met, while the evaluation process for new export-oriented requests continues.

EMPHASIS ON COLLABORATION AND TRANSPARENCY WITH THE INDUSTRY

TMO stated that it regularly meets with industry representatives and keeps communication channels open through domestic and international meetings, events, and platforms. The institution provides updates on stock management and sales processes while addressing industry questions transparently. TMO underscored its unwavering commitment to its mission of maintaining market stability and adhering to the principle of transparency.