In TIM, the new president and executive board is now certain. Büyükekþi, who served 6 years in Turkey Shoe Manufacturers' Association Presidency, also carries out many tasks such as Treasurer Executive Board Member of ISO, Eximbank Board Membership, and THY Executive Board Membership. Büyükekþi has worked as the General Coordinator of Ziylan Companies Group.

The government’s 2010 Investment Program, which is currently under discussion at a parliamentary commission, is expected to provide TL 5.7 billion in agricultural subsidies.

The Black Sea Hazelnut and Products Exporters' Union (KFMÝB) President Oguz Gursoy Dursun, stated that; "Hazelnut sector is strongly affected by the devaluation of YTL and the increased pace of the global crisis."

A promotional film in five different languages including; Turkish, English, Japanese, Chinese and Russian has been prepared by the Hazelnut Promotion Group which shows all phases from harvesting of hazelnuts to end user consumption and also reveals the current modern status that the Turkish hazelnut processing industry has reached.

Hazelnuts have long been valued for their indulgent flavor and upscale appeal, but many people don’t realize that they are also one of the most nutritious nuts and a powerful source of antioxidants. Hazelnuts are a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin E, magnesium and B vitamins.