Katharina Willinger in Ordu, Turkey
October 18, 2025Advertisement
Turkey's hazelnut harvest has been devastated by climate change. In Ordu, farmers like Zekayi Sagra report losing over half their crop due to a severe April frost.
Rising global temperatures cause trees to flower earlier, making them vulnerable to late frosts. Experts warn of a 40% drop in yield, driving up global hazelnut prices by 30%.
Pests and low state-regulated prices have exacerbated the crisis, forcing some farmers to abandon their land. The phenomenon is part of a growing trend known as "climateflation."