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Brazilian ginger prices rise more than 100% in three weeks

Whole Ginger
Brazil
Published Oct 20, 2021

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The availability of ginger is currently limited. "Our stocks of Brazilian ginger are significantly lower, as is the supply. Availability has decreased by about 50% compared to last year," said Jim Burnette of Florida-based company Delina Fresh. Currently, conventional ginger comes from Brazil and organic ginger is supplied from Peru. Burnette notes that China and Costa Rica also export conventional ginger.

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Demand is strong and there is a lot of interest in premium quality ginger. The demand for organic ginger is fueled by health-conscious consumers. “Since the outbreak of Covid-19, ginger consumption has increased by at least 30%,” continues Burnette, adding that Delina Fresh has added a new clamshell pack (113g) of organic ginger and an organic turmeric (also in a 113g clamshell pack) to its range. has added. Concerns about logisticsLogistics problems, however, hinder the shipment of ginger. "There is a shortage of containers for ginger transport in Brazil. Freight rates continue to rise and several ports are experiencing congestion. This is the case in Panama and Miami, among others, causing delays of up to two weeks," explains Burnette. from. Given all this, it's not surprising ...
Source: AGF
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