24.03.2026 00:13
The Ministry of Trade stated that the breads sold for 6 liras at a business in Ankara are not stale, but rather breads produced the day before. It was noted that these breads are generally purchased at a low price by livestock breeders and dairymen, while the breads offered for regular sale are sold for 15 liras in accordance with the established official tariff.
The Ministry of Trade announced that the bread sold for 6 lira at a business in Ankara is not stale, but produced the day before.
"CLAIM OF STALE BREAD FOR 6 LIRA"
An explanation regarding the issue was made on the Ministry's social media account. In the post, it was reported that the issue was quickly investigated following claims in some media outlets and social media platforms stating "stale bread is sold for 6 lira in Ankara," and the following statements were included:
"THE BREAD IS NOT STALE, IT IS PURCHASED BY FARMERS AND DAIRYMEN"
It has been determined that the bread mentioned in the news, which is stated to be sold for 6 lira, is not stale but bread produced the day before, and that there is no 2-day-old bread in the business. It has been understood that these breads are generally purchased at a low price by farmers and dairymen, while the breads offered for normal sale are sold for 15 lira in accordance with the established official tariff.
The post emphasized the importance of citizens considering official statements against shares that could lead to misunderstandings in the public, and it was noted:
"As the Ministry of Trade, we will continue to conduct necessary investigations on all matters concerning our citizens and share accurate information with the public."