Realizing about 70% of world hazelnut production alone, hazelnut is the most competitive agricultural product in terms of comparative advantages and is one of the most important export products of our country. Hazelnut, which is one of the first things that comes to mind when it comes to "Black Sea", is now identified with the region.

In Zonguldak, it provides about 7% of the total hazelnut production in the country. Hazelnut is one of the most important sources of income for the people, especially in Alaplı district of Zonguldak. In addition to conventional production, organic hazelnut production also has an important place in the region. Organic hazelnut grown in the region is a candidate to be one of the favorite products of the tables with its taste, naturalness and reliability.