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4.14.   The MAF[the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry]'s 2019-2023 Strategic Plan was developed in 2019, consistent with the Eleventh Development Plan (2019-23). Its main objectives are to: (i) ensure food and feed safety from production to consumption; (ii) take necessary measures for plant and animal health and welfare; (iii) protect fisheries and aquaculture resources, to ensure their sustainable operation; (iv) ensure the sustainable management of soil and water resources; and (v) protect biological diversity and ensure its sustainable management.

4.15.   Harmonization with EU legislation continued during the review period including with respect to organic agriculture, fisheries, codex, feed/food, plant and animal protection, pesticide residue, classification of animals, import certification of animal products, and legislative activities. (...)

4.16.   (...) In addition, in 2019 in partnership with the FAO, the MAF[the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry] developed Türkiye's National Strategy Document on Prevention, Reduction and Monitoring of Food Loss and Waste and its Action Plan. The objectives of the policy are to develop a "sustainable and resilient food system" and "to contribute to the sustainability of the global consumption and production agri-food system".[18]
[18] MAF and FAO (2020), Turkey's National Strategy Document on Prevention, Reduction and Monitoring of Food Loss and Waste and Its Action Plan, p. 2 (...)

4.17.   (...) In addition, the authorities extended the application deadlines for production supports to the second quarter of 2020 for cereals, legumes, oil seeds, olives, organic agriculture, and good agricultural practices. (...)

Table 4.7 Türkiye agriculture support programmes, 2021
(…)
SUPPORT PROGRAMME: Crop production
TYPE OF SUPPORT: Producer
CONTENT: (…) soil analysis support, organic fertilizer support, organic agriculture support, (…) and biological control support
AMOUNT OF SUPPORT 2021 (TRY) : 14,299,368,107
PROVIDER OF SUPPORT: MAF[the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry]
(…)
SUPPORT PROGRAMME: Animal production
TYPE OF SUPPORT: Producer
CONTENT: (…) waste support (…)
AMOUNT OF SUPPORT 2021 (TRY) : 7,196,099,301
PROVIDER OF SUPPORT: MAF
(…)

4.28.   (...) In general, export subsidies are granted to reduce exporters' debts (such as taxes, and telecommunications or energy costs) to public corporations.[31]
[31] OECD (2022), Agricultural Policy Monitoring and Evaluation 2022: Reforming Agricultural Policies for Climate Change Mitigation. (...)

4.44.   (...) Imports of second-hand vehicles, other than for personal use, are restricted for environmental reasons but are not prohibited. (...)

4.45.   (...) The industry[chemicals] has continued to adopt production processes that increased quality, productivity, and protection of the environment, and continues to harmonize the European Union's technical standards (Section 3.3.2).

4.113.   The mission of the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure for the maritime transport sector is to develop safe, secure, and environmental friendly transport. The Transport and Logistics Master Plan, developed by the Ministry, defines the main investment priorities in the maritime transport services sector until 2053 as follows: (i) increasing the number of port facilities from 217 to 255; (ii) making green port applications more available; (iii) increasing the adoption of renewable energy sources in ports; (...).

4.116.   According to the authorities, as of December 2021, Türkiye has signed 63 bilateral maritime agreements with other countries. Maritime agreements include, among other things: (...) mutual respect for the environment and relations with third parties; (...)