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Due to its geopolitical position, Turkey is a country that can trade with every region of the world. Turkey, which is suitable for land, sea, and air transportation, has increased the number of countries it exports to recently. Especially with the export of products with high added value, Turkey expanded its exports to every region of the world. This way, from South America and Middle East countries to Europe and the USA, Turkey increased its exportation.

The coronavirus, which has affected the world in recent years, has started to turn from a pandemic to an endemic. Therefore, Turkey has increased its exports significantly, especially in 2021. So, which are the countries to which Turkey exports the most, and what are the trade relations with these countries?

To Which Countries Has Turkey Exported the Most in Recent Years?

When we look at Turkey's export data, a regular increase in recent years is striking. Turkey's exports reached 225 billion 291 million dollars in 2021 with an increase of 32.8% compared to the previous year. In addition, while the ratio of exports to imports was 77.3% in 2020, it increased to 83% last year.

When we take a glance at the general export rate among countries, Germany takes the first place. Exports to Germany amounted to 19 billion 321 million dollars. Germany was followed by the USA with 14 billion 722 million dollars. The United Kingdom ranked third with 13 billion 704 million dollars. Italy followed the United Kingdom with 11 billion 475 million dollars and Iraq with 11 billion 133 million dollars, respectively. Exports to the first five countries corresponded to 31.2 percent of Turkey's total exports. Turkey has been exporting a significant amount to Israel and Egypt, which are among the Eastern Mediterranean countries recently.

Germany

Turkey's strong historical ties with Germany, the fact that millions of Turks live in Germany, and the largest economy in Europe make Germany a privileged country in exports. Since the 1960s, when intensive economic relations began, Turkey's trade with Germany has grown continuously. To put it in numbers, although the exports, which were 16.6 billion dollars in 2019, decreased to 16 billion dollars in 2020 with the pandemic. However, it reached approximately 18 billion dollars in 2021.

Turkey's exports to Germany in 2021 reached a historical peak of 17 billion 705.4 million dollars with an annual increase of 22.9 percent. The trade volume between Germany and Turkey also rose to a record level with an annual 41.1 billion dollars. So, in which sectors did Turkey export the most? The sectors that Turkey has exported the most to Germany in recent years are heavy industry sectors. Turkey exports to Germany mostly in the automotive, textile, iron and metals, chemical products, and electronic products sectors. In particular, Turkey's investments in the automotive and machinery industry, and improved logistics services have increased exports of value-added products.

The USA

Turkey's economic relations with the USA have increased especially since the 1950s. Turkey's mechanization in agriculture has started agricultural trade between the two countries. Today, trade with the USA is carried out in agriculture, automotive, steel, jewelry, textiles, and other fields. The country with the highest increase in exports in 2021 compared to the previous year was the USA. Turkey's exports to the USA increased by $4.54 billion in 2021. In 2021, total exports amounted to 14 billion dollars. Especially in recent years, agricultural, ship, and yacht products and automotive exports from Turkey to the USA have been increasing.

The United Kingdom

According to the data of the Ministry of Commerce, the United Kingdom has been one of the three countries to which Turkey has exported the most for the last three years. Exports, which were 11 billion 279 million dollars in 2019, reached 11 billion 236 million dollars in 2020 and 13 billion 708 million dollars in 2021. Turkey's exports to the United Kingdom constitute 6.1 percent of its total exports.

The sector to which Turkey exports the most to the UK is automotive. In addition, ready-made clothing, electronic products, precious stones, and jewelry sectors are the sectors that export the most. Especially the UK's exit from the European Union and its orientation to the Eurasian market contributed positively to Turkey's exports.

Italy

The trade between Italy, which has an important position between European and Mediterranean countries, with Turkey is increasing every year. Exports of 8 billion 83 million dollars in 2020 gained momentum in 2021 and reached 11 billion 480 billion dollars. Italy is the fourth country to which Turkey exports the most in 2021. The sector to which Turkey exports the most to Italy is the automotive sector. Other products from the automotive sector include nuts, iron and steel products, mineral oils, and textiles. Turkey's exports to Italy constitute approximately 5.1% of its overall exports. In this process, the companies operating in Istanbul made the most exports to Italy.

Israel and Egypt

Apart from Europe and the USA, Turkey also takes an active role in regional trade. Especially, there is a serious export rate from Eastern Mediterranean countries to Israel and Egypt. While Turkey exported 4 billion 704 million dollars to Israel in 2020, this figure increased to 6 billion 360 million dollars in 2021. Israel's share in Turkey's total export rate was 2.8%. The most exported sectors from Turkey to Israel are automotive, textile, construction materials, metals, and electronic products.

Egypt is one of the most populated Muslim countries. Relations with Egypt are of great importance due to its strong historical ties with Turkey. Moreover, Egypt is an important transit point in the Mediterranean. Therefore, with the development of bilateral relations with Egypt, there was an increase in exports. While Turkey's exports to Egypt were 3 billion 136 million dollars in 2020, this figure increased to 4 billion 523 million dollars in 2021. The sectors that Turkey exports the most to Egypt are textiles, iron and steel, various metal products, and road vehicles.

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In the recent decade, Turkey has become a major exporter of a wide range of items. It has emerged as a stable and welcoming place to export and import from, thanks to its rapidly developing economy. 2021 was no different in terms of exports, Turkey exceeded predictions and showed its resilience with a quick recovery from the pandemic. It exported products worth 225 billion dollars all across the world.

In 2021, exports increased by 32.9% year over year. Imports increased by 7.8% year on year. The exports-to-imports coverage ratio increased 5.8% points to 83.1%.

Turkey's exports set all-time highs in all months of 2021, after being struck by the epidemic in the spring of 2020. It hampered trade with Turkey's largest allies. By October, the country's share of global exports had topped 1%, marking. This was another milestone in the country's more than two-decade-long climb.

These statistics were recorded in a variety of different industries which shows a relatively diversified range of exported goods. Now let’s take a look at some of these products in more detail.

Vehicles and Vehicle Parts

Turkey's automobile industry contributes significantly to the country's industrial sector. The Turkish automotive sector has become a vital element of the worldwide network of manufacturing bases, with a cluster of carmakers and parts suppliers. In 2021, Turkey's automobile sector, which has been the country's export champion for 16 years, generated a total of $29.3 billion in overseas sales.

Automobile

The car production of eight global original equipment manufacturers in Turkey has expanded by nearly five times. While the production was 300,000 units in 2002, it reached over 1.3 million units in 2021. This was thanks to a competitive and highly qualified workforce, a dynamic local market, and a suitable geographical position. Turkey's automotive sector grew at a rapid pace, propelling the nation to the 14th biggest automobile producer in the world. And it became the fourth largest in Europe by the end of 2021.

Turkey is also home to a large number of international suppliers. It serves as a production base for more than 250 worldwide suppliers, with 30 of them ranked among the top 50 global suppliers. Automobile manufacturers are increasingly turning to Turkey as a manufacturing base for international sales. This is demonstrated by the fact that in 2021, 74% of Turkey's automobile output was bound to overseas markets. In the same year, Turkey shipped almost 970,000 automobiles to international markets.

Machinery 

Turkey's second-largest export industry is machinery. Turkey's machinery exports have reached $23 billion in 2021. The industry accounted for 10% of Turkey's overall exports. These numbers were up 25% as opposed to 2020 exports. Turkey's machinery exports in 2020 were $17.1 billion, down 4% from the previous year due to the novel coronavirus epidemic.  But the sector's exports bounced back quickly and rose by 18.3% versus 2019 (pre-pandemic period). Machinery exports have surged 12-fold in the last 17 years. Turkish machinery is used in over 200 countries throughout the world. 

Motors

Turkey has over 200 machine product distribution hubs and over 17,000 local and international firms, according to the Turkish Investment Office. Turkish enterprises address the demands of the European region, particularly in the export of major appliances engines.

The Turkish machinery industry places a high value on research and development. The proportion of R&D expenditure to GNP in Turkey continues to rise. With competence in systems engineering, Turkish Machinery promotes digital transformation.

Iron & Steel

The iron and steel industry is the basis for many goods that have an important place in human life and affect daily life. It requires technology and capital-intensive investments and is the locomotive of the metal industry. It provides inputs to many basic sectors from transportation to construction, from agriculture to technology. In addition, it forms the basis for a circular economy as it is recyclable without losing its properties.

Rebar

The steel industry and ferrous & non-ferrous metals broke export records in 2021. While the total annual exports of the sectors exceeded 40 billion dollars, the most significant increase in exports was in the steel sector. The vast majority of these exports were rebars used for construction. Turkish rebars are known for their quality that matches world standards and competitive pricing.

Turkish steel mills' rebar exports during January-November 2021 rose 30% year on year to 6.88 million mt, according to the TUIK data. The revenue generated from those exports was 92% higher at $4.37 billion amid globally higher steel prices.

Clothes and Home Textiles

The garment industry is the most characteristic of Turkey and one of the industries that has seen great development and spread widely around the world. It is a major part of Turkish export volume and this is due to the Turkish textile industry providing high-quality clothes and fabrics, particularly Turkish fabrics because Turkey is an agricultural country. It has extensive cotton cultivation, allowing you to supply it at a reasonable price. And Turkey also includes many significant brands that have gone worldwide, putting it at the forefront of the leading countries in the apparel business. Not only does Turkey produce clothing, but it also produces household textiles such as rugs, towels, and carpets.

Turkish clothes and home textiles reached the level of 20 billion in exports for the first time in 2021. While it had a foreign trade surplus of $18 billion. This showed an increase of 18% compared to last year.

Silk 

Silk is one of the oldest fabrics and is synonymous with luxury. It's long-lasting, adaptable, and keeps you cool in hot weather. Silk gives comfort, durability, and elegance when it comes to texture. It is a sustainable fabric with a long history that is derived from one of the cocoons produced by silkworm larvae. When it comes to silk production and commerce, Turkey is among the leaders.

Silk is the 95th most traded product in the world. Turkey is the third-fastest-growing country in silk commerce, with a 61.1 percent increase, accounting for $4.86 million. Turkey is expanding its silk manufacturing, with a $12.8 million export value. Turkish Goods selects the best silk from producers who provide the best value and quality.

Carpet

The carpet, which can today be found in every home, has a long history in Turkish culture. Turkish carpets have become more prominent in recent years due to their hand-woven nature and profound themes. With the introduction of sophisticated weaving machines, Turkey has begun to place a premium on utility as well as craftsmanship quality. Many nations have preferred dust-free, trace-free special manufacturing carpets. Carpets are one of the earliest things brought from Turkey, and they play an essential role in interior design.

Food and Agriculture Products

Turkey's agricultural sector is among the top ten in the world, with agricultural land covering half of the country and agriculture employing over a quarter of the people. Turkey produces wheat, sugar beets, milk, chicken, cotton, tomatoes, and other fruits and vegetables, and is the world's largest producer of apricots and hazelnuts. Turkey's young and rising population opens up fresh market prospects and product debuts. 

Nuts and Dried Fruits

Turkey is the main supplier of hazelnuts, coconut, pistachios, figs, and apricots to some of the largest manufacturers of food products, as Turkey exports about 70% of hazelnuts to other countries along with almonds, cashews, biscuits, and other confectionery products that are very popular in Turkey.

Legumes

The most commonly grown edible legumes in Turkey are chickpeas, dry beans, and lentils. Legumes are an important product category in both production and consumption because of their contribution to employment, export potential, ease of insertion into crop rotation, efficacy in diminishing fallow regions, and high nutritional value.

Coffee is a beverage made from the roasted and ground seeds of tropical evergreen coffee trees native to Africa. It is a beverage you probably consume every day. Nowadays, you see coffee shops everywhere you go. Although we usually consume beverages for their taste, the caffeine factor in coffee is one of the things that affect daily life the most. Consumers generally like to start the day with coffee. That's one of the reasons it became mainstream in today's world. It's one of the three most popular beverages in the world. 

Equally important, coffee is linked to a lower risk of depression. Each cup of coffee consumed per day was associated with an 8% decreased incidence of depression. Also, it supports heart health and enhances athletic performance. Even though it is consumed frequently, it's important to know that coffee is beneficial in moderation like anything else. Being such a common beverage, coffee is of course one of the most traded beverages in the world. Furthermore, it is one of the world's most profitable commodities.

In fact, coffee became the world's 112th most traded product. That is a significant number considering how many products exist in the world. From 2019 to 2020, the exports of coffee grew by 2.9 percent in the world. That's a huge amount if we consider the total trade value, which is $30.8B. It grew from $29.9B, displaying an increase of $0.9B. Let’s take a closer look at the leading countries in coffee exports in the world.

Brazil

It is a known fact that Brazil produces coffee the most, about a third of the world's coffee production. This makes Brazil the top producer by far. The crop initially came to Brazil in the 18th century, and by the 1840s, the country had become the main producer of coffee. Brazilian coffee has thrived since the early nineteenth century. The main reason is that Italian immigrants arrived to work on coffee farms at that time. Production as a percentage of worldwide coffee output peaked in the 1920s. Yet, it has subsequently dropped due to rising global production. Today, the country produces 40 to 60 million bags per year and is the world's top exporter of instant coffee.

Brazil is estimated to have 300,000 coffee plantations distributed over thirteen states. Brazilian coffee is often exported in various forms. Those forms include green coffee, ground & roasted coffee, soluble coffee, concentrated/essential extracts, and coffee residues.

In addition, the top coffee-producing province of Brazil is Minas Gerais. Also, it is Brazil's most significant coffee-producing state. Nearly half of the entire country's coffee production is based there. The Arabica type dominates coffee production in Brazil, accounting for over 80% of the total harvest. The harvesting season lasts from May until August. Belgium, Japan, Italy, the United States, and Germany are the top international buyers of Brazilian coffee. Brazil is not just the greatest coffee exporter, it is also one of the countries with the highest coffee consumption. It simply gives the Brazilian people a better understanding of coffee. 

Turkey

Turkey is one of the most coffee-loving countries in the world. Turkish people are so fond of coffee that they have their own world-renowned "Turkish coffee." One of the most significant elements that fascinate the people and make Turkish coffee so delicious is the bean used in the making. In the Ottoman period, Yemen and Ethiopian beans were used to make Turkish coffee. Nowadays, Rio Minas beans are the favorite. You are probably wondering why Turkish coffee is so important. The secret lies in the ritual of preparation and serving of the coffee. Due to its special nature, Turkish coffee is one of the most popular coffees around the world.

Turkey's coffee exporting statistics are getting higher and higher year by year. From 2016 to 2020, there has been an $11M increase. In 2020, Turkey exported $30.7M worth of coffee and is one of the most developing countries in the world in terms of coffee exports. According to TUIK data, the increase continued in 2021. Reaching a quality Turkish coffee may be hard. Yet, Turkish Goods stands out as the top-quality exporter of Turkish coffee, and also many other coffees such as roasted coffee, granulated coffee, and green coffee beans. If you want to import the best-quality Turkish coffee, you can contact Turkish Goods.

Switzerland

Although there are no coffee trees in Switzerland, the country is one of the most important trade areas for green coffee. Furthermore, the country is one of the world's largest coffee processors. Thanks to its roasting industry, the country has been in the top five coffee exporters globally since 2009. The country specializes in having famous brands such as Mövenpick and Nestlé. Especially Nestlé's Nescafe stands out as the world’s first instant coffee. Nestlé's Nespresso capsules also prove the enriched potential of Swiss coffee exports. 

Neighbours France, Germany, Italy, and Austria account for 43% of exports in Switzerland. The US is another big market for exports of the country with 10% and pays the highest average price for Swiss roasted coffee. The country imports mainly from Brazil and Colombia. In 2020, Switzerland exported $2.71B in coffee, making the country one of the largest exporters of coffee in the world. In the same year, Coffee was the 11th most exported product in Switzerland. Despite the fact that Switzerland has no coffee trees, this is how significant coffee is to the country.

Germany

Germany’s coffee roasting sector is massive. The sector is supplying both its home market and international markets. Coffee sustainability pledges are becoming increasingly significant in Germany's coffee sector. It's where specialty coffee is rising and gaining market share. 

In 2020, Germany exported $2.59B in coffee, making the country one of the biggest exporters of coffee. Also, Germany has the biggest amount of coffee sales. We can directly say that German people love coffee. It was so popular that it accounted for 26% of total European coffee consumption. Arabica and lightly roasted coffees are the most popular among German consumers. In keeping with this inclination, there has been a trend within the Arabica group toward Brazilian naturals and other mild flavors.

Colombia

Colombia is known for producing moderate, well-balanced coffee beans. It is famous around the world for its flavor and the unmistakable mild but rich aroma that rises with each sip. It's one of the reasons why it's one of the most exported coffees in the world. There are numerous keys to its success, but one of them is clearly geography. Coffee grows best in volcanic soil at altitudes of 1,200 to 1,800 meters, where there is no frost, yet there are around 80 inches of rain each year. Colombia checks all the boxes.

In 2020, Colombia was one of the biggest in the coffee sector and still is. In the same year, coffee was the 3rd most exported product in Colombia. The main destinations of coffee exports from Colombia were the United States ($1.04B), Germany ($208M), Japan ($205M), Belgium ($189M), and Canada ($181M).

Turkish coffee is one of the most special coffees in the world with its unique taste. It is very popular in the world with its unique smell, foam, and presentation in small cups. It has even been registered by UNESCO. In 2013, “Turkish Coffee Culture and Tradition” was included in the UNESCO List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. So, what do people know about the history of Turkish coffee and what are the transformations Turkish coffee goes through until it is served?

How Did Turkish Coffee Come to Anatolia?

"Coffee comes from Yemen, the roads are far away." The folk song gives some clues about the geography and history of coffee. The word coffee probably comes from the Ethiopian city of "Kaffa" which is related to coffee production. In the past, people in the Arabian Peninsula consumed coffee by boiling its fruits.

The arrival of Turkish coffee on Ottoman lands coincides with the 16th century. During the reign of Yavuz Sultan Selim, Yemen Governor Özdemir Pasha brought coffee beans to Istanbul, and people met coffee. Unlike the method in the Arabian Peninsula, coffee fruits were ground and cooked in coffee pots. Thus began the story of Turkish coffee, which is preferred by all. After the coffee maker was charged to the palace organization, the interest in coffee gradually increased. Since coffee was very important to the sultan, the water served with the coffee also gained importance. The water that the sultan would drink was specially brought from Gümüşsuyu (Taksim).

Although Turkish delight other than water is served alongside coffee today, there was no Turkish delight in the beginning. Turkish coffee, which was usually served with jam, has been served with Turkish delight, especially in the last hundred years.

Then, over time, Turkish coffee culture began to spread to homes. In 1554, the first coffeehouse was opened in Tahtakale, Istanbul. The coffeehouses that were opened turned into places where intellectual discussions were held over time. People were reading books and poems with coffee and playing various games. At this point, coffee ceased to be a beverage and became a social tradition and culture.

Coffee Culture Moves to Europe

The introduction of coffee to European lands was also thanks to the Turks. Coffee, which reached Venice in 1615 by the Venetians who came to Istanbul, spread to Europe from there. The first coffee house was opened in Venice in 1645. Then Europe met with coffee houses in Paris in 1643 and in London in 1651.

Today, you can find Turkish coffee in different packages and sizes from markets, coffee shops, and online. Turkish coffee, whose fame has spread all over the world, is now included in the menus of cafes abroad. Some Turkish businesses opened cafes in various parts of Europe with the concept of Turkish coffee.

What are the Reflections of Turkish Coffee on Daily Life?

Turkish coffee has great importance in daily life and culture. Before the marriage ceremony, Turkish coffee is served to the guests who come to the house. Just as the British have a tradition of five o’clock tea, the Turks have a tradition of drinking Turkish coffee. In fact, Turkish people love coffee so much that they say "A cup of Turkish coffee has forty years of sake.” After drinking Turkish coffee, some people tell fortunes by looking at the ground accumulated at the bottom of the cup. They make inferences about the future life of the person from the shape and sign they see there.

How are Turkish Coffee Beans Roasted?

Roasting the coffee bean involves a 3-4 step process. First of all, coffee beans, which are green before roasting, first turn yellow after contact with heat. As the roasting continues, the coffee beans that are peeled off become light brown. Later, the coffee beans that lose their moisture expand and crack. Gradually, the coffee beans are roasted with the increase in the smell. You can choose light roasted, medium roasted, and dark roasted Turkish coffee beans according to your own taste.

Which Coffee Beans are Used in Turkish Coffee?

Different coffee beans have been used for Turkish coffee throughout history. Although the taste changes according to the local coffees, the most widely used Turkish coffee bean is the Brazilian origin. Brazilian-origin coffee gives a slightly sour and bitter taste due to the soil structure in which it is grown. In general, this taste is sought in Turkish coffee. Locally used coffee beans can also give different flavors and aromas. The most commonly used local seeds are Ethiopia, Colombia, and Yemen seeds. Since Turkish coffee is prepared with its residue, you can wait for 1 minute before drinking it.

• Yemen seeds: It is the oldest coffee bean used since coffee came to Anatolia for the first time from Yemen. The relatively smaller kernels give an intense flavor after roasting.
• Ethiopia seeds: It is one of the commonly used beans in Turkish coffee. It gives a fruity and floral taste.
• Colombia seeds: It is a type of seed that can be preferred by those who want a balanced drink. Those who want a medium-soft Turkish coffee experience can use Colombian beans.

How to Grind Turkish Coffee Beans

Since Turkish coffee is not brewed like other coffees or prepared using pressure presses, it is used by grinding. Since Turkish coffee is prepared by boiling directly in water, the grinding process should be done accordingly. In Turkish coffee, coffee beans are generally ground until they become powder with the help of a mill or pestle.

How to Prepare Turkish Coffee

To prepare Turkish coffee, it is necessary to follow a few simple steps:

1. Put a measure of Turkish coffee in the coffee pot for each cup.
2. Then add water. Optionally, add 1 teaspoon of sugar per cup.
3. After mixing well, wait for the Turkish coffee to boil over low heat.
4. After boiling for a while, take it off the stove and share the foam on it into the cups.
5. Then, after boiling again for a short while, pour the coffee into the cups.

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Tomatoes are one of the most important crops in the world. They are also one of the most popular fruits, consumed in different ways in different parts of the world. Tomatoes are used in a variety of foods and can be found in a wide range of dishes. They are used in salads and pizzas, and as sauces such as pasta sauce, salsa and ketchup. Tomatoes are also very beneficial to health. They are good sources of vitamin C, potassium, vitamin K, lycopene and folic acid. All these benefits and the wide range of uses make tomatoes very desirable for export to other countries. In this list, we have listed the main countries which export quality tomatoes around the world! 

Turkey

Turkey is among the leading countries in the export of tomatoes. In 2021, Turkey continued its acceleration in tomato exports with a 20% increase to $314.4 million worth of tomatoes. Turkish tomato exports also ran at full speed in the first month of 2022, as tomato exports increased by 23% in the first month of the year. Interest in tomato products, which are further processed in the industry and turned into value-added products, is expected to continue to grow in 2022.

This year, Turkey set a goal of exporting $1 billion worth of tomatoes and products made from them by 2023. Turkey's success and this expectation are based on the fact that Turkey is the third-largest tomato-producing country in the world. Turkey is one of the world's leading tomato producers and exporters for that matter. This is thanks to the fact that tomatoes are part of more than half of the dishes in Turkish cuisine, and also due to its geographical location.

Mexico

Although Mexico is not even among the five countries that produce the most tomatoes, it is by far the leader in tomato exports. In 2020, Mexico exported $2.62 billion worth of tomatoes, making it the 1st largest exporter of tomatoes in the world. At $2.53 billion, the United States was the main destination for tomato exports from Mexico. The following year, 2021, Mexico was still in the lead with tomato exports of $2.17 billion. The country's success is increasing steadily. This is a direct result of becoming the United States' main supplier of different types of tomatoes, specifically Cherry and Roma tomatoes. 

Netherlands

With exports worth about 1.69 billion euros in 2020 and 2021, The Netherlands has experienced a boom in the export of tomatoes in recent years. It has become the 2nd country with the most tomato exports in the last 3 years. This data is surprising for such a country. Because, with 900,000 tonnes of tomato production, the Netherlands is not even among the top 20 tomato producers in the world. The secret to this success is that a large part of the tomatoes produced in the Netherlands is not consumed in the country itself. Although export rates started to fall in 2021 as Morocco rapidly overtook the Netherlands, the country still makes quite a profit from tomato exports.

Morocco

Morocco is planning to reduce its tomato exports due to the drought, which has caused the price of one of the country's cheapest fresh staples to skyrocket in recent months. However, it is still one of the largest countries exporting tomatoes. In fact, Morocco ships about 430,000 tonnes of tomatoes to the European Union each year. This makes it the largest supplier of the European countries. Although with a tomato production of 1,347,000 tonnes, Morocco ranks 17th among the countries that produce the most tomatoes. Morocco is the fourth largest exporter of tomatoes with around $923 million worth of tomato exports. With $466,91B of exports, France is the biggest buyer of tomatoes from Morocco. 

Spain

With a production of about 5,000,000 tonnes of tomatoes, Spain is the 7th largest producer of tomatoes in the world. Since the tomato holds a special place in Spanish culture, this is of course natural. From the famous Tomato Festival to the variety of tomato types produced, Spain definitely has an obsession with tomatoes. This is also reflected in its exports. Spain is the third-largest country with the most tomato exports, with an export volume of $1.1 billion. Although export rates began to decline last year, Spain still managed to export 512.48 million kilos of tomatoes in the first 10 months of 2021. With around $325 million worth of tomato exports, Germany is the largest buyer of tomatoes from Spain. 

Canada

Canada is known for constantly exporting various commodities to other countries. As for tomatoes, they are one of the leaders in the field. That is strange because Canada does not even produce a lot of tomatoes. In fact, they are not even among the 25 countries with the highest tomato production. But thanks to about $450 million worth of tomato exports to the United States, their largest importer, Canada is now the fifth-largest country exporting tomatoes. In fact, the United States takes in nearly 85% of Canada's tomato exports. In 2020, Canada exported $458 million worth of tomatoes and $455.36 million of which went to the United States.

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You can start your journey with confidence if you have a product idea. A good idea might boost the market and even make you the greatest. The number of internet stores and sales has expanded in recent years. These demand hikes are mainly for things that aren't yet available or have just been released. Alternatively, things that never run out of demand will always be in short supply. The manufacturers or suppliers are the most important factor in this instance.

When you have a product idea, what you need to do is contact the manufacturers or suppliers. So which one should be preferred? Do manufacturers and suppliers do the same job? Should you prefer domestic companies or foreign companies? In our article, you will find answers to all your questions and take action with your product idea.

What are a Manufacturer and a Supplier?

Manufacturer and supplier are often considered synonymous. However, while the supplier can also be a manufacturer, some manufacturers do not want to be involved in the procurement phase. In short, the person who produces the product you want only produces it and can get help from the suppliers for the sales stage. We can divide the suppliers from which you can buy your products into groups as follows:

• Manufacturers who have already produced the product you want or can produce it at your request.
• Supplier or distributor who can take the product you want from the manufacturer and forward it to you
• A dropshipping company that has already procured products and can provide brands and products that are kept ready on request.

You can evaluate these three options at the product procurement stage. It is often beneficial to be in direct contact with the manufacturers for a special product idea. On the other hand, suppliers are more preferred in product supply.

What are the Advantages of Domestic Manufacturers and Suppliers?

When you start to think about a product, you should also determine whether you want a domestic or foreign supplier. Especially if you want the manufacturer to be domestic, you should do your research well and not be harmed. Especially in products such as fruits and vegetables, although people prefer domestic products more, this situation may vary. Because, if the disadvantages outweigh the advantages, it is inevitable to incur losses. For example, although apples are generally grown in every country, they can be difficult to find depending on the type.

Let's examine the advantages of choosing domestic manufacturers or suppliers:

• You know the product with higher quality standards.
• The assurance of getting paid because it is your home country and the process is fast.
• You can use the marketing advantages of producing domestically.
• You won't have to wait long because shipping will be quicker.
• Direct communication opportunity with the manufacturer without language barriers.

As for the disadvantages, as we mentioned earlier, the diversity may be less. Moreover, the production cost of the product you want may be higher in your country.

What are the Advantages of Foreign Manufacturers and Suppliers?

When people think in terms of diversity, they usually choose to procure products from overseas suppliers or manufacturers. Since the production cost will be lower, the prices of the products will also be lower. For this reason, we can accept this situation as the biggest advantage. In addition, you can find all kinds of products thanks to the suppliers that collect the products of many different manufacturers in a single system. You can shop on sites that have a global system.

However, in addition to these advantages, we can list the disadvantages of foreign suppliers as follows:

• Generally, the low production quality is present.
• You may encounter negative results because you are not sure about the products.
• Since you do not have the opportunity to see the production site, you can be nervous.
• Differences in laws and documents between the two countries may lengthen your process.
• The shipping time may take longer as they are in two different countries.
• There may be difficulties in communication due to language and cultural differences.

It is a fact that these disadvantages exist in terms of foreign manufacturers or suppliers. But all of them should be considered as possibilities. There are many brands and sites that have proven their work globally. Researching and learning about them will make your job easier. So how do you know it's a reliable supplier? How do you find the manufacturer or supplier that you will not have problems with?

What Steps Can You Follow to Find a Supplier?

Getting Advice

It is a useful process to seek advice from people who have experienced the product sourcing process. You can find out who they are having problems with and which brands are reliable. In this way, you can pre-qualify or increase your connections. Recommendations will not only enable you to find suppliers but also find connections that will help you develop your business.

Research

With the digitalizing world, the internet has become a part of daily life. In this process, one of your biggest helpers is search engines. You can research for companies that produce and supply the product you want in search engines by adding a country. Moreover, thanks to the satisfaction filtering systems in search engines, you can see the most preferred ones.

NAICS or SIC Codes

Of course, codes are one of the best ways to find your product suppliers. Generally, there are directories where the products and supply systems of each country can be viewed globally. The most well-known of these are SIC and NAICS codes. Each product and supplier has a code. Thanks to these codes, you can find out whether the supplier is registered and reliable. Then you should take a look at the comments about these suppliers and their preference rates.

Powerful Communication

Powerful communication is the most important key to this process. It is important to be able to find a product at a supplier. But you also have to obtain all kinds of information about the quality, cost, and transportation processes of that product. You should know how they behave or their policies in case of problems that are likely to occur. For this reason, regardless of the domestic or foreign supplier, you should determine all the questions in your mind and communicate.

Consequently, you should consider the advantages and disadvantages of choosing a domestic or foreign supplier. Especially if you have an idea for a rare product, it may be easier and more profitable to do research while evaluating it. For example, you need to supply sesame oil. While this is a valuable product, it is also a rare item. There are usually few companies that can manufacture or supply this product for you. After making a list on this subject, you should contact them and learn how each step will take place.

If you deal with suppliers like Turkish Goods, you won't have any problems. Turkish Goods, which is both versatile in communication and mastering the export and import processes, continues to be a shining name with its product variety.