European tomato market in flux due to ToBRFV

Published 2021년 7월 2일

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The Belgian tomato market has seen stable prices despite high production, with vine tomatoes experiencing a price increase. The market's stability is largely attributed to the Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV), which has led to crop losses and concerns about future supply. These losses, particularly in vine tomatoes, have sparked anxiety among buyers. BelOrta's optimistic view on the market's price developments is countered by fears of potential shortages as the season progresses. The virus's impact is not limited to Belgium, with infections reported in the Netherlands and other countries, causing significant crop losses and costs.

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The Belgian tomato market has been in a state of flux for the last few weeks. The production has been high for weeks, but the prices are holding up well despite this. The upward trend in the price of vine tomatoes is particularly noticeable. The market for loose tomatoes is more stable. Maarten Verhaegen of BelOrta is positive about the price developments. He considers the middle price of well over 50 euro cents for vine tomatoes "not bad for this time of year", but is also concerned. Especially about the Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus and its effects on the market. ToBRFV may be harmless to humans, but growers suffer serious losses when infected. Price holds firm"There is unrest in the tomato sector because of all the commotion about ToBRFV at home and abroad. Growers have had to cull or are about to do so. At the same time, despite the reporting obligation, nobody wants to talk about it, so there is also a lot of uncertainty*. As a result, buyers have become restless and do not ...

Source: Hortidaily