Netherlands: Pepper price on the German wholesale market has been below average for weeks

The article highlights the dynamic of the agricultural market in Germany, focusing on the pricing and supply of various crops such as peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, and lettuce. It points out that pepper prices have fluctuated, with a slight increase in week 5 but still not reaching the levels of the previous two seasons. Spanish peppers have been dominating the market, with significant price variations across different cities. Cucumbers have seen low demand, with Spanish produce being the primary source, alongside some Belgian and Dutch supplies. The tomato market has experienced a mix of prices, with demand leading to higher costs for expensive varieties like beef and honey tomatoes, while cheaper options were popular. Belgium has supplied a large quantity of lettuce, particularly Iceberg, but lamb's lettuce was scarce, leading to high prices. Finally, the prices for Portuguese strawberries, aubergines, and zucchini have seen significant drops, indicating the market's adjustment to changing supply and demand dynamics.