World garlic market is in a delicate situation

(Agraria.pe) The world garlic market is in a rather delicate situation in many countries. In the Netherlands, garlic prices are reaching an "all-time high", driven by quality issues in Spain and dependence on more expensive Chinese imports. France faces high prices and low quality, compounded by waxy paralysis disease and logistical problems with Chinese garlic. Italy is struggling to find garlic of acceptable quality due to limited Spanish supply, focusing attention on upcoming shipments from South America. Spain is experiencing a significant reduction in garlic production due to drought, which affects yields and quality. In South Africa, local garlic producers are facing increased imports, which has led many of them to turn to alternative crops. In North America, variable supply conditions from Spain and China are contributing to higher prices, with expectations of a possible softening in January. It remains to be seen whether the situation will improve this new year. Spain: ...