The article highlights the fluctuating prices of chicory in Germany, with a recent decrease in wholesale prices. The prices have fallen to 2.16 euros per kilo for Belgian chicory and 2.45 euros per kilo for German chicory, marking a 3% and 8% decrease respectively from a week and a half ago. This has led to a 6% increase in the consumer price to 3.56 euros per kilo in week 10, but with a decrease in demand due to the price hike.