Norwegian imports of fresh fruit and vegetables smaller in the first half of 2020

Norway imported 6% less fresh fruit and vegetables in the first half of this year than in the first half of 2019. Compared to the first half of 2018, it was 3% less. Imports lagged in particular in April and May. Minus was smaller in January, February and March. In June, on the other hand, considerably more was introduced than in previous years. Imports from Spain and Italy were up to standard Spain performed well among the major suppliers. Imports of Spanish products remained at the same level as last year. Imports of Italian products also remained at the same level. More (bananas) were imported from Ecuador than in previous years. Other countries from which more imports were made in the first half of the year were: Peru, Brazil, Turkey and Morocco. Less from Costa Rica and the Netherlands Imports of fruit and vegetables from Costa Rica and the Netherlands were significantly smaller than last year. Norway mainly imports bananas and, to a lesser extent, pineapple from Costa Rica. ...