The peach and nectarine harvest in the EU fell by 15%.

The article highlights a projected decrease in the planting area for peach and nectarine crops in the EU, with an anticipated reduction to 216,550 ha in the current year. Despite this, the EU remains a significant exporter of these fruits, with exports exceeding imports. In the 2019/2020 period, the EU imposed nearly EUR 66 million in taxes on imported peaches and nectarines. However, imports are expected to see a slight increase in the 2020/2021 season due to anticipated declines in EU production, with countries like Chile, South Africa, and Morocco being the primary suppliers.