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Increase in imports and decrease in prices as dynamics of the potato market in Ukraine

Fresh Common Potato
Vegetables
Ukraine
Market & Price Trends
Published Mar 23, 2024

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Ukraine has experienced a surge in potato imports, resulting in a 12% decrease in the price of locally grown potatoes. However, the current price remains 2.5 times higher than the previous year. The rise in local agricultural products and favorable weather conditions have encouraged producers to speed up sales of last year's potato crop.
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EastFruit analysts recorded significant imports of potatoes to Ukraine. This influx resulted in a decline in the price of potatoes grown in the country. Over the past week, potato prices have fallen by an average of 12%. Currently they range from 14-20 UAH/kg ($0.36-0.54 USD/kg). This week, the Ukrainian market also recorded a significant increase in the availability of local agricultural products. The arrival of milder weather conditions has prompted many producers to accelerate sales of the previous year's potatoes as they prepare for the upcoming season. Despite the price drop, the current ...
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