The rise in onion prices in the Netherlands is stopping exports

Published 2022년 11월 23일

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The article highlights the impact of rising Dutch onion prices on exports, particularly to the Far East. Producers have increased prices by 0.03 euros, leading to reduced purchases by Far Eastern buyers. Despite this, exports to Africa are expected to continue until January, as African countries rely heavily on the Netherlands and have few alternative sources. The situation raises concerns about the future of Dutch onion exports to the Far East, with Chinese onion prices being a key factor.

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The current increase in Dutch onion prices is limiting exports primarily to the Far East, FreshPlaza notes. "At the beginning of last week, things were going well, as before. But during the week, the prices dictated by the producers increased by 0.03 euros, which forced buyers, for example, in the Far East, to refuse purchases," said René Tiggelman from Handelsmaatschappij van Langevelde. According to him, there were many orders for EUR 0.35 (UAH 13.26/kg), but the company has not yet sold anything for EUR 0.38 (UAH 14.40/kg). "The big question is how onions will be exported to the Far East in the near future. Much depends on Chinese ...

Source: Agrotimes