(MENAFN) Turkish agricultural producers are demanding for quick drastic measures from authorities to stabilize fresh fruit and vegetable prices, which have deteriorated almost by half.
Additionally, the decrease in prices followed Russia's decision to stop the imports of many agricultural products by the beginning of 2016 amidst a diplomatic crisis with Turkey last month.
A total of 160 tons of fresh fruits and vegetables have been turned back from Russia since Nov. 24, and although amount is small, but Russia's statements have created a panic mood.
"The price of one kilogram of tomatoes at the wholesalers had fell from 1.5-2 Turkish Liras to 1.3 liras, and one kilogram of oranges from 50-60 kuruÅŸ to 30 kuruÅŸ," said head of the Turkish Union of Agricultural Chambers.
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