The article highlights the challenges faced by the agricultural sector, particularly in Northern wholesale markets, due to fluctuating weather and competition from foreign countries, especially the Netherlands and Belgium. The tomato market is struggling due to overproduction and cheap imports, leading to prices that do not cover production costs. The transition from North African to South African and Central American citrus fruits is affecting prices, with South African lemons costing more due to superior quality. The demand for new tomato varieties in Vittoria, Sicily is growing despite the crisis. Prices for other produce such as purple aubergines, dark courgettes, and peppers are also mentioned, along with the differing prices for grapes and cherries in various northern outlet markets.