Statement from the Turkish Grain Board on Cereal Supply and Purchase Processes
TMO announced that record wheat and barley yields were achieved in the 2026 production period, marking one of the most intense procurement periods in the institution's history.
The Turkish Grain Board (TMO) announced that record levels have been reached in wheat and barley production this year, and that cereal supply has commenced. The institution reported that all necessary measures will be taken to protect supply security against temporary contractions in the maize market.
Record Production and Intense Procurement Period
In a statement made by the Turkish Grain Board, it was emphasized that record figures were recorded in wheat and barley production during the 2026 production period. It was stated that this high level achieved directly reflected on the institution's purchases, leaving behind one of the most intense procurement periods in its history.
Harvest Status and Maize Market
While the wheat and barley harvest is coming to an end, it was reported that the maize harvest started in mid-August and the harvest rate across the country is around 20 percent. Since prices were shaped in favor of producers, a maize purchase price was not announced by TMO, and it was stated that maize supply to the market will increase with the involvement of the Central Anatolia Region.
Reasons for Temporary Supply Contraction
It was noted that the temporary supply contraction observed in the maize market stems from short harvest transitions between production regions and the withholding of products from the market due to price increase expectations.
Sales Season and Warehouse Moves
In the 2026/27 sales season, considering market needs, the start of sales was brought forward, and product supply was initiated with strong stocks. While low-quality wheat was initially opened for sale via TÜRİB, it was announced that products in licensed and TMO warehouses will also be included in the scope in the coming days.
Supply Security and Measures to be Taken
It was stated that barley sales have started to meet the need for feed raw materials, and products in stock are being offered to livestock farmers and breeders. It was emphasized that there are no problems regarding product supply in the cereal markets, and that all kinds of measures will be taken for supply security if the release of maize to the market is delayed.