Offer of head lettuce of German and Belgian origin

Fresh Lettuce

Belgium

Germany

Published Jun 5, 2021

Tridge summary

The supply of head lettuce came from Germany and Belgium in week 21. The supply had expanded and was sufficient to cover the demand, which had also increased. Price reductions led to good interest in some places, but often prices remained at their existing level. As usual at this point in the season, the Spanish supply of iceberg lettuce decreased continuously.

Original content

The offer to the now dominating German and additional Dutch parties, on the other hand, expanded. The quality of the German iceberg lettuce had improved. Despite this, in several places the iceberg lettuce from Spain was still in the minds of customers, as it was cheaper than the competition. Prices mostly remained constant, as supply and demand were in equilibrium. Only in Hamburg did they fluctuate due to limited sales opportunities. The prices of German endive fell slightly in Hamburg, but they picked up slightly in Munich. The previously dominant Italian offers have almost completely disappeared from the market. In the case of variegated lettuce, traders rarely saw any reason to adjust their prices, as the trade proceeded smoothly. Only in Cologne were prices lowered as a result of too much supply. German lamb's lettuce only became more expensive in Hamburg based on supply. Apples Imports from overseas have gained in importance. The quality of the apples was often not ...

Source: AGF