Ministry of Agriculture investigates whether border opening carri

As part of investigations in agricultural sector before opening the Armenian-Turkish border, Armenia’s Ministry of Agriculture studied whether there is a risk or which of them will appear if the border opens.

“We’ve studied 46 major food goods in Turkey, and compared the process. There is nothing to be afraid of as prices in Turkey are higher than in Armenia. Just 6 or 7 pieces have lower prices in Turkey than in Armenia,” told journalists Deputy Minister of Armenia’s Minister of Agriculture, Samvel Avetisyan.

Turkish government greatly supports local farmers and besides does not comply with the rules of the World Trade Organization, according to Samvel Avetisyan.

“Turkey government approved entering into WTO only if Turkey will comply beyond the organisation’s rules. Turkey may implement a discriminatory policy, if we don’t demand on banning of this condition,” he added.

“If we don’t implement a certain policy and programs of support of farmers, customs and not only customs tools, then our farmers may really face treats and danger when the border opens. It is very important to adjust this sector, and carry out the get-touch policy at the border. If Turkey says will not reduce taxes, then we’ll do the same,” said Samvel Avetisyan.