The article provides an overview of the current state of the agricultural markets in Poland, focusing on the cereals and rapeseed sectors. It notes that cereal prices have remained high since 2012/2013, with wheat fetching over 1,000 zlotys per ton and triticale selling for up to 970 zlotys per ton. A significant increase in maize prices is expected in October, following the new harvest. On the other hand, the rapeseed market is experiencing a persistent high price, with records being broken due to low supply.
The article also highlights the challenges faced by the pig farming sector in Poland due to African Swine Fever (ASF) and low purchase prices for pigs, which do not cover production costs. Lastly, the article discusses the revival in the fruit and vegetable sector due to the start of the new school year, but notes quality issues due to heavy rainfall, which have led to high prices for certain vegetables and concerns about the storage of potatoes.