As Türkiye wraps up one of its most bountiful harvest seasons in history, the Turkish Grain Board (TMO) has officially reopened exports of milling wheat and broken wheat as of July 29, 2026, lifting a ban in place since March 2025. Welcomed by local farmers and grain traders, this controlled policy shift aims to ease domestic supply pressure and strengthen producer prices, while helping the Board alleviate its heavy stock and financial burden.

At a time when climate change and severe drought are hitting European agriculture, Türkiye is experiencing the exact opposite: one of its strongest harvest periods on record. Abundant rainfall has led to overflowing domestic stocks and record grain production, enabling TMO to open a new chapter in its trade policy. In an official statement published on its website, TMO highlighted that domestic supply security has reached a comfortable level considering national production, stock levels, and domestic consumption requirements. Accordingly, exports of milling wheat and broken wheat, suspended since March 2025 to safeguard domestic supply, were re-authorized effective July 29, 2026.

The decision does not imply unrestricted exports. Transactions will be conducted through a "controlled and balanced" mechanism: applications submitted via the Central Anatolian Exporters' Association (OAİB) will be evaluated and approved by TMO based on domestic market conditions.

HOW WILL THE EXPORT DECISION IMPACT THE DOMESTIC MARKET?

The reopening of wheat export channels was met with relief among farmers and grain traders. Having been restricted to selling exclusively on the domestic market for 16 months, market players have now regained room to maneuver, albeit under regulatory oversight. Easing domestic supply pressure amid a record harvest and allowing grain to fetch its true value in global markets will support price stability in favor of producers. How the outward flow of raw milling wheat will affect domestic wheat bran, broken wheat supply, and ultimately compound feed prices will become clearer in the coming days.

EXPECTATIONS AND POTENTIAL OUTCOMES FROM REOPENING WHEAT EXPORTS 

• Eased Financial and Storage Burden for TMO: In a season where high interest rates have made the private sector hesitant to carry inventory, TMO has absorbed the bulk of commercial purchases. Opening export channels will help the State Board balance its massive stock load and financial pressure.
• Price Support for Farmers: The mechanism will prevent excess domestic supply from driving prices down to unviable levels, preserving the market value of the crop.
• Stronger Global Market Presence: As European nations contend with reduced crop yields this season, Türkiye reinforces its position as a major regional grain supply hub.