Turkish Grain Board (TMO) has announced export tenders for half a million tonnes of surplus wheat to capture international market demand following a record production year. The structured sale balances domestic supply security with expanding Turkey's footprint in global agricultural trade.

Following a historic harvest that generated a substantial domestic surplus, Turkey is moving to export 500,000 tonnes of wheat. The Turkish Grain Board (TMO) will hold an export tender for 400,000 tonnes of milling wheat on November 17, 2026, followed by a tender for 100,000 tonnes of durum wheat on November 18, 2026.

The state grain board outlined that the decision aims to evaluate international purchase requests while protecting local market stability. Officials emphasized that domestic food security remains the primary mandate, with market developments and supply-demand dynamics continuously monitored. Beyond generating foreign currency revenues for the national economy and delivering fair value for domestic farming output, the initiative is positioned to bolster global food security during an ongoing period of supply chain recalibration among major grain-exporting nations.

Turkey’s strategic geographical position, combined with its expansive storage infrastructure and logistics capabilities, continues to reinforce its role as a key agricultural trade bridge between major producing and consuming regions.