Forecast for the cherry season in Europe

Published 2023년 6월 4일

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The article outlines the current state of the cherry market in Europe, with a focus on the ongoing harvest and production challenges faced by stone fruit growers due to severe frosts and rainfall. While some countries like the Netherlands and Germany experience balanced supply and demand, others like Italy and Greece are grappling with various issues that affect the quality and quantity of cherries. France, Spain, Hungary, and Turkey are also included in the discussion, providing a comprehensive overview of the cherry market's situation and prospects across Europe. The article highlights the impact of adverse weather conditions on crop yields and prices, noting that the true market trends will become clear in June, as more cherries from various production areas enter the market.

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The first Bulgarian cherries are already on the market. However, this year is unlikely to be good for stone fruit growers. After the severe frosts during flowering, picking was delayed by at least a week. Farmers from Kyustendilsko have already raised the alarm about the weaker harvest. Some explain the low production with the increased cost of production, which cannot be secured by the market afterwards. The sad reality they brought us into: Farmers give away milk What is happening in other countries? The cherry season has started positively in the Northern Hemisphere, writes FreshPlaza. In the Netherlands, supply and demand remain balanced. There, the season started with cherries from Spain. In Germany, at the same time, they fear that there is a lack of sufficient imports from Spain. Warming weather will soon solve this problem. Italy faces challenges. Persistent rainfall causes significant fruit cracking, resulting in limited supply and higher prices for early cherries. Greece ...

Source: Agri