President of the Chilean Kiwi Committee delivers key data on the 2022 season

Published Mar 24, 2022

Tridge summary

The European kiwifruit market is experiencing a surge in stock and decreased consumption due to economic factors such as inflation, higher labor costs, and the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war. This has led to lower retail prices and a slower movement of fruit. The situation is expected to delay the start of Chilean kiwifruit exports to Europe. The kiwi season in the southern hemisphere is starting, with New Zealand experiencing a significant increase in yellow kiwis and facing labor and maritime cost issues. Chile projects near-normal kiwifruit yields, but the industry faces challenges due to the current market situation.

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Original content

Carlos Cruzat, president of the Chilean Kiwifruit Committee, analyzed the situation in Europe and commented: "Currently, the European kiwifruit season is quite advanced, which is taking place in a scenario of greater fruit stock, lower consumption and retail prices. short. Facts that are influenced by rising inflation, the normalization of life with COVID and the war between Russia and Ukraine, which has put Europe and the world in an uncertain and cautious situation. Cruzat said: "In Europe we are witnessing an effort to return to the rhythm of life before COVID, but affected by economic situations due to the pandemic, which are being reflected in a lower consumption of fruits between 6% and 8%. %, because it seems that prioritizing the consumption of healthy products and with contributions to the immune system is no longer a priority. This is partly explained by higher inflation, which has made the prices of fruits and other products more expensive than historical levels. Europe ...

Source: ClPortalFrutiCola