French peach and nectarine producers are protesting low prices

Published Jul 17, 2024

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On July 13, French peach and nectarine growers protested by throwing fruit in front of the Auchan store in Perpignan and the Ets Barioux wholesaler in Lyon due to the sale of French products at extremely low prices. The National Federation of Fruit Growers (FNPFruits) reported that Auchan's nationwide advertising campaign for peaches at €2.19 disrupted the sector's balance. With production costs at €1.80-1.90/kg, growers expect consumer prices to be at least €2.50. The market has been affected by high harvests, unfavorable weather, and lack of priority for French products, leading to stockpiling and waste. The sector hopes the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris and better weather will improve the situation.

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On July 13, French peach and nectarine growers threw the fruit in front of the Auchan store in Perpignan and the Ets Barioux wholesaler in Lyon to protest the sale of French products at "extremely low" prices. This is reported by FreshPlaza. "The red line has been crossed," reports the National Federation of Fruit Growers (FNPFruits). - Last week, Auchan launched a nationwide advertising campaign for peaches at a retail price of €2.19, "upsetting the delicate balance in the sector". The unions have decided to intervene and FNSEA president Arnaud Rousseau is due to discuss the issue with store managers in the coming days. FNPFruits warns that they are "determined, alert and mobilized until the end of the season". "With production costs estimated this year at €1.80-1.90/kg, we expect the consumer price for large caliber (A) fruit to be at least €2.50," explains Rafael Martinez, Director company Peaches and Apricots of France. The current situation has caused outrage among both ...

Source: Agrotimes