Fruit and vegetable price trend in Italy on September 23rd

Published Sep 24, 2024

Tridge summary

The article provides an update on the current situation of various agricultural products in Italy as of September 2024, highlighting changes in supply and demand. It notes an increase in apples, particularly Royal Gala, and the introduction of branded mountain apples. Demand for pumpkins is rising, with sales of Butternut, Moscata di Provenza, and Lunga Violina, but prickly pears have limited availability and higher prices. There are challenges in producing cabbage, lettuce, and other vegetables due to weather conditions, leading to higher prices and limited availability for some varieties. Tomato and pepper prices are increasing due to decreasing supply and high demand. Table grape availability is lower, with a trend towards seedless varieties which are more expensive. Courgette prices are also rising due to low availability and consistent demand.

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Original content

The apple campaign continues with volumes that fully satisfy demand: the quantities of Royal Gala are increasing, the branded mountain product is entering. Demand for pumpkins is increasing: the sale of Butternut has also begun, alongside Moscata di Provenza and Lunga Violina. Limited availability, however, for Bastardoni prickly pears. The last few rounds for Vittoria table grapes, with consumer interest in seedless varieties still high. Various productions slowed down by weather conditions, cabbage, lettuce, courgettes; some difficulties also for peppers, tomatoes and aubergines. Thanks to the agreement with Borsa Merci Telematica Italiana (Bmti) and Italmercati, we are publishing the survey of fruit and vegetable prices at wholesale markets as of 23 September 2024. Below is a summary of the main types of fruit and vegetables on the market. In the downloadable PDF you will find the details of the graphs and the surveys on the main Italian markets: Milan, Bologna, Padua and Rome. ...

Source: Fresh Point Magazine