Greece: Record in exports of fresh fruits and vegetables despite the pandemic

Published 2021년 1월 6일

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In 2020, despite Covid lockdowns, Brexit, and other challenges, Greece saw a record 1.35 billion euros in fresh fruit and vegetable exports, with a 15% increase in value and a 5% increase in quantity compared to 2019. The country exported 1.67 million tons, marking a consecutive record year for the sector. The consumption sector experienced a spike in activity from March to July, with a 35.9% increase in exports compared to 2019, which normalized to a 15% increase for the year. The week of 25 - 31/12/2020 saw exports of various fresh produce, including oranges, tangerines, lemons, grapefruit, apples, cucumbers, and radishes.

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Exports of fresh fruits and vegetables closed in 2020 with a record of 1.35 billion euros in value, in a year characterized by lockdowns Covid, Brexit and others. In particular, our country's exports are estimated to increase by 15% in value, while in terms of quantities by + 5%, compared to 2019, with 1.67 million tons. Recording a record for another consecutive year. According to Mr. George Polychronakis, Special Advisor INCOFRUIT - HELLAS, "closes a year in which the production and export of fruits and vegetables showed their ability during the lockdowns that intensified the competition and during which there was an agreement after Brexit or governing the EU 's future relations with the United Kingdom. During the lockdown, productive and commercial activity was adjusted with companies in the industry having applied the new safety requirements in the sector and in the packaging plants, which led to a significant increase in costs. In the consumption sector, it showed an ...

Source: Cna