Common wheat seed exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of common wheat seed by Turkey reached $30.8 million in 2024 (53.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 84 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 139% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $30.8M | 53.3K t |
| 2023 | $12.9M | 26.8K t |
| 2022 | $6.7M | 11.4K t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 14.7K t |
| 2020 | $8.9M | 21.0K t |
| 2019 | $16.7M | 35.8K t |
| 2018 | $11.8M | 35.6K t |
| 2017 | $4.2M | 11.6K t |
Where Turkey exports common wheat seed to
One buyer market dominates: Iraq accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Iran grew fastest (+467% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $20.4M | 66% |
| Iran | $8.4M | 27% |
| Cyprus | $972K | 3.2% |
| Azerbaijan | $609K | 2% |
| Morocco | $232K | 0.8% |
| Jordan | $126K | 0.4% |
| Syria | $93K | 0.3% |
| Oman | $12K | 0% |
| Georgia | $7K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.58 per kg, 87% above the world average of $0.31. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Common wheat seed imports to Turkey
Imports of common wheat seed by Turkey reached $8.1 million in 2024 (613 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Iraq alone supplied 97% of it. Among the main suppliers, Iraq grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $7.9M | 97% |
| France | $51K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $41K | 0.5% |
| Romania | $23K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $22K | 0.3% |
| Austria | $18K | 0.2% |
| Bulgaria | $17K | 0.2% |
| Serbia | $17K | 0.2% |
| Ukraine | $10K | 0.1% |
| Croatia | $6K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey common wheat seed exports (HS 1001.91): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 1001.91: Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, seed.
Common questions
What is the value of common wheat seed exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported common wheat seed worth $30.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 53.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 84 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 139% on 2023.
Which countries buy common wheat seed from Turkey?
Iraq was the largest buyer with 66% of the value ($20.4 million), followed by Iran (27%) and Cyprus (3%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 22 buyer countries in total. Jordan grew fastest among the top ten, up 708% on the year.
What is the average export price of common wheat seed per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.58 per kg in 2024, 87% above the world average of $0.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of common wheat seed from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.2 million in 2017 to $30.8 million in 2024, an increase of 634%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.4 million a year.
Does Turkey also import common wheat seed?
Yes. Turkey imported $8.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Iraq, France and Italy. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $22.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for common wheat seed?
The HS code for common wheat seed is subheading 1001.91. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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