Hungarian strawberries are still much more expensive than imported ones

Published 2024년 4월 2일

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A recent online discussion has been ignited by a photo showing a stark price difference between imported Greek strawberries and domestic Hungarian strawberries, with the latter costing over HUF 8,000 per kilo. Experts from Fruitveb and the Agricultural Sector explain this discrepancy with factors such as Hungary's use of heated greenhouses and the earlier ripening season in southern countries. Despite this, there's hope for the current year as falling energy prices may lead to lower production costs for Hungarian strawberries, potentially narrowing the price gap with their imported counterparts.

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A photo is circulating online that shows a shocking price difference between imported Greek strawberries and domestic strawberries. While imported strawberries cost a quarter as much, the price of Hungarian strawberries exceeds HUF 8,000 per kilo. However, this phenomenon is not so surprising according to experts, who explain the price difference and the possible increase in prices this season. According to Fruitveb, the International Fruit and Vegetable Association, the price difference is not surprising, since the strawberry season has already started in the southern countries, where strawberries are produced in larger quantities and at a more favorable price. Due to the weather conditions, strawberries ripen earlier in these countries and appear in large numbers on the markets. In contrast, Hungarian strawberries come from heated greenhouses, which means higher production costs. The difference between the prices is therefore due to the production method and the weather ...

Source: Trademagazin