Brazil/CEPEA: Rains retract melon supply and prices rise in São Francisco Valley
Fresh Melon (Muskmelon)
Brazil
Published Jan 22, 2022
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Piracicaba, 21 - This week (01/17 to 01/21), the price of yellow melon sold in bulk rose in the São Francisco Valley (BA/PE). The average price was R$ 1.31/kg, up 4% compared to last week. According to Hortifruti/Cepea employees, this appreciation was due to the low supply of fruit in the region, caused by heavy rains and the small amount planted by producers, since, in addition to concern for the climate itself, they are discouraged by limited profitability. of culture since last year. Regarding sales, producers reported that they are a little blocked, which is common for the month of January. However, a warmer February is expected - a scenario that, in line with a possible low supply, may boost prices. As for the quality of the fruit, despite the rains, it was little affected in general, but it remains a point of attention in the market, especially regarding fungal diseases. ATTENTION, READER! Have you already ...
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