Turkey: Grain and Feed Update
Wheat production is increased 250,000 metric tons (MT) on stronger than expected durum yields in southeast Anatolia. Post maintains production of barley at 4 million metric tons (MMT). Corn production is increased 200,000 MT on strong second crop yields. Rice production is decreased 20,000 MT on lower yields in the Thrace region. Wheat and barley planting is completed. Wheat area is increased 25,000 hectares (ha). Barley area is unchanged. Winter weather has been ideal for both crops.