Turkey Opens Quota for Importing 3 Million Tons of Ukrainian Corn
Turkey is strengthening its position as the largest buyer of Ukrainian corn, currently accounting for 27% of all exports of this crop from Ukraine. Recently, the official Ankara announced the opening of a quota for the import of 3 million tons of corn, which serves as a significant incentive for Ukrainian farmers and affects the formation of prices in the domestic market.
This is reported by AgroReview
Increased Demand and Impact on Prices for Farmers
The introduction of the corn import quota in Turkey occurred against the backdrop of rising domestic prices in the country, which reached $325/ton — significantly exceeding average market rates. According to analysts, the new quota has become the driving force that the market needed to unlock the full export potential of Ukrainian corn. In the previous marketing year (2025/26), Turkey imported 3.9 million tons of corn from Ukraine at an average price of $210/ton, and as of April 17, the price has risen to $255–256/ton on CIF Marmara terms, demonstrating a 21% increase compared to last year.
“This quota is what our market was lacking and is why we kept export forecasts lower than our actual potential.”
Strategic Importance of Turkey’s Decision
For Ukrainian corn producers, this decision holds strategic significance. Farmers who are storing corn in silos have received a signal to respond to the growing demand: to sell now or expect even more favorable prices in the coming months. For those who are just planning their sowing, it confirms that the crop will have guaranteed sales in 2026. The Turkish quota effectively ensures additional demand for several months ahead, which will positively impact domestic procurement prices.
The domestic market in Turkey is overheated: prices have reached peak levels, and that is why the government has used the standard tool — opened an import quota to stabilize the situation. For suppliers, primarily from Ukraine, this means new opportunities and confidence in stable exports. Analysts note that this is the most positive news for the Black Sea corn market in recent weeks, as the quota will not only hold prices but also support a high level of demand for Ukrainian products on the international stage.