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Türkiye's Ministry of Trade announced an immediate halt to chicken exports starting tomorrow in response to producers and retailers raising prices by approximately 15 percent ahead of Ramadan, a move aimed at increasing domestic supply and curbing price inflation.
The export suspension comes as poultry producers and sellers implemented the price increase before the Islamic holy month, when demand for chicken traditionally rises as families prepare iftar meals to break their daily fasts. The Ministry of Trade stated the decision was made "to increase supply in the domestic market and limit price increases."
In its announcement, the ministry indicated it would closely monitor market conditions and could introduce additional measures if necessary. The statement did not specify how long the export ban would remain in effect or what threshold would trigger its removal.
Ramadan, which involves fasting from dawn to sunset, typically sees increased consumption of protein products including chicken as families gather for evening meals. The seasonal demand surge often puts upward pressure on poultry prices across Türkiye, where chicken is a dietary staple and more affordable alternative to red meat.
The 15 percent price hike by producers and retailers appears to have prompted swift government action to prevent further cost increases for consumers already facing elevated food prices. Export restrictions represent a common policy tool used by governments to prioritize domestic food security during periods of supply concern or price volatility.
The export halt is designed to redirect poultry products intended for foreign markets back into domestic channels, theoretically increasing available supply and exerting downward pressure on retail prices. Whether the measure will achieve its intended effect depends on various factors including production levels, existing inventory, and how quickly additional supply reaches consumers.
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