"Analytical Approaches and Global Experiences for Increasing Yield in Walnuts" Seminar 2025
We would like to thank our sponsors who contributed to the realization of our seminar .
WALNUT PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION SEMINAR 2025
WE WILL FOCUS ONLY ON YIELD!
In our seminar “Analytical Approaches and Global Experiences for Increasing Yield in Walnuts”, where we will search for very vital issues and solutions for our gardens, we will examine the common problem of all walnut gardens, LACK OF YIELD.
We will listen to two international walnut consultants who are experts in their fields, especially on how we can protect ourselves from the negative effects of the climate crisis, what productivity-increasing activities we can do in all our gardens, and the current and scientific methods of INCREASING YIELD.
We will connect to two international consultants online under the moderation of Haşimcan Yazıcıoğlu:
Diego Montano Garcia, who provides walnut consultancy in Spain and Portugal and whom you will have the opportunity to meet for the first time.
Federico Lopez, whom we know from the gardens he consults in Spain
Two experts from Chile who work on international projects for the EasyNut Tecnologia company: Miguel Carus and Gustavo Mendonça.
As the Walnut Producers Association (CUD), we care about informing our producers about the effects of climate change on agricultural production and sharing solutions. Especially in recent years, global warming, drought, seasonal imbalances and sudden weather events have caused serious yield decreases in walnut gardens.
In this context, we are organizing an online seminar with the participation of two experts from Spain in order to benefit from the experiences of walnut producers worldwide.
WE FACE THE BIGGEST THREAT!
While we are trying to figure out what precautions we can take against the threats posed by global climate change, we now notice the effects of climate change in its harshest form in our gardens every year.
As the Walnut Producers Association, within the framework of our sustainability principles, we have initiated a very important study on the measures that can be taken regarding global climate change in walnut-producing orchards throughout Turkey.
Diego Montaño García - SPAIN
Agricultural engineer born in Badajoz, Diego Montaño provides consultancy services to many orchards in Spain, Portugal and Chile on walnut farming.
He studied at the Universidad de Extremadura and the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, and has master's and technical expertise levels.
His areas of expertise include:
• Preparation of nutrient plans based on varieties and rootstocks in walnut farming
• Biodynamic farming practices
• Sustainable fertilization and irrigation management
• Management of agroindustrial projects and implementation of quality standards (Global GAP, Ecological Agriculture)
• International consultancy (especially in Spain, Portugal and Chile, several large walnut projects)
Diego has been involved in the establishment and management of many walnut plantations exceeding 500 hectares; he has also developed customized monitoring and control methodologies that increase production efficiency according to different climate and soil conditions.
Federico Lopez - SPAIN
A Spain-based agricultural consultant, Federico Lopez is an expert in drought-resistant walnut varieties, soil health management and sustainable irrigation methods.
He has previously participated in the Walnut Producers Association seminars, sharing his experiences with Turkish producers and making presentations that combine scientific approaches with field-applicable solutions.
Federico Lopez currently provides consultancy to many walnut producers in Türkiye and collaborates with many agricultural cooperatives and private producers throughout Europe.
Federico López is also a consultant agricultural engineer in organizations such as the California Walnut Association of America, the Chilean Walnut Association and the Mexican Walnut Association.
Miguel Carus & Gustavo Mendonça- CHILE
EasyNut Tecnologia, which has been providing consultancy in the field of walnut production in Chile since the early 2000s, has specialized in the international nut industry, operating in countries such as Argentina, Portugal, Spain and Turkey over time.
The company, which now also focuses on almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts and agricultural technologies, is attending our seminar with two high-level representatives.
Moderator
Haşimcan Yazıcıoğlu - Walnut Producers Association / Avrupa Tarım
Haşimcan Yazıcıoğlu, who graduated from Istanbul Technical University, Department of Construction, worked as a Civil Engineer in international companies for many years and then started working as the Operations Director at Avrupa Tarım, one of Türkiye's largest walnut production investments, in 2013.
Haşimcan Yazıcıoğlu, who has been the director of Türkiye's largest walnut garden established in a single area on 300 hectares in Uzunköprü district of Edirne province since 2013, is also the moderator of the Cevizyon programs broadcast on the Walnut Producers Association YouTube channel.
Summary of the Event
As the Walnut Producers Association (CUD), we attach importance to informing our producers about the effects of climate change on agricultural production and sharing solutions. Especially in recent years, global warming, drought, seasonal imbalances and sudden weather events have caused serious yield decreases in walnut orchards.
In this context, in order to benefit from the experiences of walnut producers worldwide, we are organizing an online seminar with the participation of two experts from Spain. In this seminar:
· The effects of the global climate crisis on walnut farming,
· The measures taken by producers in other countries,
· Practical information on reducing yield loss and increasing yield with scientific methods,
· Adaptation strategies and long-term planning will be shared.
This solution-oriented event will be an important information and solidarity platform for both CUD members and all stakeholders operating in the sector.
IN WHICH LANGUAGE WILL THE SEMINAR BE HELD?
Simultaneous translation service will also be provided with the help of headphones for the participants who want to listen to the seminar, which will be held in English, in Turkish.
WHERE WILL THE SEMINAR BE HELD?
Our seminar will be held on June 17, 2025 between 10:00 and 16:00 at Robert College Alumni Association – Kuruçeşme / Istanbul.
Two experts from Spain will participate via online connection.
During the seminar, free open buffet drinks and sandwiches will be served at the meeting hall.
🎯 Our International Seminar:
“Analytical Approaches and Global Experiences for Increasing Yield in Walnuts”
📍 Location: Robert College Alumni Association – Kuruçeşme, Istanbul
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 - Time: 10:00 - 16:00
* There is a paid parking lot in the facility.
WHO CAN ATTEND?
We expect everyone involved in walnut cultivation, such as walnut growers, agricultural engineers, sectoral stakeholders, agricultural academics, students, to participate in such an important event, which will be held for the first time in Turkey.
HOW TO WATCH?
We expect everyone involved in walnut cultivation, such as walnut growers, agricultural engineers, sectoral stakeholders, agricultural academics, students, to participate in such an important event, which will be held for the first time in Turkey.
WHY IS PARTICIPATION PAID?
Walnut Producers Association is one of the leading organizations in the agricultural sector. All the activities of our non-profit association are carried out with membership fees, donations and sponsor support.
We aim to provide interactive participation in our events organized through our website and social media pages, so that manufacturers who have not yet become members of our association can benefit from the activities of our association.
The purpose of our activities, which we organize as the Walnut Producers Association, is to facilitate the acquisition of new and up-to-date national and international information on Walnut Cultivation with expert guests in line with the demands of our association members, as well as to provide donation opportunities to our non-profit association and to enable more events to be organized.
Just like our guest participations, our association members can also participate in the seminar by paying a donation.
We would like to thank our sponsors who contributed to the realization of our seminar .
