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Belgian aubergine growers have had a challenging year due to competition from Spain, a disappointing summer, and an increase in acreage, partly due to tomato growers switching crops. The ToBRF virus has also impacted growers. However, there is optimism for future growth in aubergine consumption in Belgium and neighboring countries. Grower Jan Heulens is hopeful that the shrinking acreage following a bad year will improve the industry's position.
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Belgian aubergine growers have had a bad year. That writes the Flemish information center for agriculture and horticulture (VILT), which, among others, grower Jan Heulens spoke about 'the malaise' that is also shared by other growers, including in the Netherlands. The causes are pointed out to fierce Spanish competition, a disappointing summer and an increased acreage, partly due to tomato switchers, where the ToBRF virus affects growers. There is also some hope for improvement: the aubergine ...
Source: AGF
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