Overview of the world strawberry market

The 2023 strawberry season has so far been a variable season for the various world markets. In the Netherlands, the autumn harvest shot up early, causing losses later in the season. This lack of product has driven up prices, the effect of which is being felt by the German market as they await the arrival of strawberries of Greek origin. In France, consumption has fallen at this time of year as consumers become more aware of natural growing seasons. In Italy, strawberry cultivation will increase, while consumption will decrease slightly. Spain is having a difficult season, with a late start and problems requiring plants to be cleared and replanted. Strawberry supplies are tight in North America, because cultivation has yet to start in the southern growing area. Netherlands: strawberry volumes have fallen sharply. According to a Dutch trader, the strawberry season is going somewhat strangely. "For example, the autumn cultivation under glass, which was planted in mid-August, lost its ...