Plum prices drop in Serbia

Published 2022년 8월 22일

Tridge summary

In Serbia, the abundant plum harvest has led to a significant drop in purchase prices, reaching half of last year's rate at 20 dinars per kg (0.81 PLN per kg). This has resulted in dissatisfaction among fruit growers, prompting many to shift their focus to the production of preserves like jam, brandy, and dried plums. This strategy allows them to extend the selling season and avoid selling fresh fruit at loss. Experts predict a record production in the preserve segment. This approach could also be beneficial for Polish growers by alternating the supply of fresh and processed fruit and by easing the impact of price fluctuations through the production of high-proof alcohols.
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Original content

The peak of the plum harvest across Serbia brings further drops in purchase prices. For this reason, fruit growers decide to produce preserves. Producers in Poland should also pay attention to this approach. The harvest of successive varieties of plums in Serbia results in further price drops. Currently, the purchase of dessert fruit is carried out at a price of 20 dinars, which is only PLN 0.81 / kg. Producers do not hide their dissatisfaction, as it is a level equal to half of last year's price. Therefore, according to the Serbian industry media, many producers decide to produce their own preserves. Ultimately, experts expect record production in this segment. The main processing lines are jam production, brandy and plum drying. Growers prefer to process plums rather than choosing to sell now at such low prices. The sale of fruit in various processed forms can be carried out for many months. Selling fresh often forces you to "give up" the fruit at a price below production costs. ...
Source: Sad24

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