Opposite trends prevail in the global onion market

The onion market varies greatly in different countries around the world, ranging from very high prices and shortages to stable supplies and prices. This is reported by FreshPlaza. North America is seeing an increase in prices due to a change in onion supply regions. Thus, the supply of onions of all sizes and colors remains adequate, given that area and yield in onion growing areas are fairly typical. Onion prices in China have remained extremely high since last October, showing a level of pricing not seen in two decades. Unfavorable weather conditions have affected the quality and shelf life of onions, as high prices discourage consumers from purchasing. The Ministry of Agriculture of the Philippines approved the import of 16,000 tons of yellow onions. In South Africa, the average price of onions continues to decline. This is the result of a decrease in onion prices last season. Egyptian growers responded to last year's higher prices, shortages and export ban by planting more, ...