Decree Law on regulating fresh vegetable and fruits trading and wholesale markets.

Subject

Food & nutrition

Keyword

Fruits/edible nuts Vegetables/legumes Food quality control/food safety

Geographical area

Asia, Western Asia

Entry into force notes

This Decree Law enters into force 27 June 1995.

Abstract

The objective of this Decree Law is to define the principles of commercial transactions in fresh vegetables and fruits and define the management and inspection of wholesale markets. Wholesale markets could be set up by metropolitan municipalities, or by companies and individuals. Type-projects shall include sections for auction, storing, classification, packaging, and laboratory. Permission from the Ministry of Industry and Commerce is required. Considerations of the Interior Ministry will also

Full text

Turkish

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Regulation determining the principles of fresh fruit and vegetable producer associations.

Legislation | Turkey | 1997

Keyword: Cooperative/producer organization, Certification, Internal trade, Food quality control/food safety, Fruits/edible nuts, Vegetables/legumes, Plant production, Non-governmental entity

Source: FAO, FAOLEX