Women's cooperative in Yozgat boosts the economy with local products

Established in 2021 with the support of the municipality in the Çayıralan district of Yozgat, the Çayıralan Working Women's Cooperative is making a significant contribution to the regional economy by revitalizing local production.

Started by seven female entrepreneurs, the cooperative continues its operations with 15 active members today. Cooperative President Gülten Bulut stated that they have increased their product variety from 6 at the beginning to 65, and that all products are prepared using traditional methods over a wood fire.

Products such as rosehip, madımak, thyme, sage, hawthorn, gilaburu, chickpeas, lentils, tomatoes, and peppers, sourced from the local people, are processed and marketed through e-commerce channels and various sales points. This year, 5,000 jars of marmalade and jam, 2 tons of pastries, and 6 tons of gilaburu were produced. By not purchasing raw materials from outside, the cooperative aims to provide direct economic contribution to 100-150 households in the region.