Spain: Almeria dominates EU eggplant imports, tomato supplies to Poland on the rise
In the first half of 2026, Spain accounted for 65.6% of eggplant imports to the EU, with most of this volume coming from Almeria. Between January and July 2026, Poland increased its imports of

Europe, potatoes: heatwaves and drought reduce French harvest by nearly 2 million tonnes
The French potato market is entering the season with a clearly smaller supply after five heatwaves, a water deficit and an earlier reduction in acreage. For trade in Europe, this means fewer table

White cabbage – a repeat of last year’s prices?
We have written more than once on fresh-market.pl in recent weeks and months about the difficult price situation on the wholesale market for white cabbage. About its low prices, persisting with no

Cauliflower Prices Rise at Bronisze: Limited Supply, 2026 Harvest Down
Wholesale cauliflower prices at Bronisze on 5 August 2026 reached €0.8–1.0 per piece (3.5–4.5 PLN), reflecting reduced supply and weather-affected harvests in Poland. On 5 August 2026 at

Lower cucumber harvest forecast in Europe, impacting supply to Poland
Preliminary figures from European statistical offices indicate a reduction in cucumber production in 2026, with total harvests in key EU countries expected to decrease, potentially affecting

Lower Zucchini Supply in Poland Impacts August Wholesale Prices
Polish zucchini supply in August 2026 is reduced due to adverse weather, with wholesale prices at Bronisze market reaching €0.7–0.9/kg (3–4 PLN/kg). According to preliminary estimates from

Lower Supply of Polish Pumpkins After Weather Challenges, GUS Estimates 516,000 t Harvest
Polish pumpkin supply in 2026 is expected to decrease due to adverse spring weather and a reduced area of cultivation, with GUS estimating a combined pumpkin, zucchini, and marrow harvest of

Lower Pumpkin Supply Forecasted in Poland Due to Spring Weather Impacts
Poland's 2026 pumpkin, marrow and courgette harvest is forecast at about 516,000 tonnes, reflecting reduced yields after spring frosts, drought and June heatwaves. The market is seeing variable

Poland: Lower 2026 Celery Harvest, Stable Wholesale Prices in August
Polish celery production in 2026 is forecast at 100,000 tonnes, with the harvest impacted by spring frosts, drought, and June heatwaves. Wholesale prices for celery at the Bronisze market in early

Lower Polish Beet Harvest Forecast, Wholesale Prices Stable in Early August
Poland's 2026 beetroot crop is forecast at 260,000 tonnes, down from last year due to adverse spring weather. Wholesale prices at the Bronisze market in early August are stable, with mature beets

Tunisia faces severe supply disruptions; Andalusian tomato export value rises
Power outages in Tunisia are disrupting tomato processing and risking up to 35% of the harvest, while Andalusian tomato exports to the EU fell in volume but rose in value, with average prices at

French organic tomatoes from Vendée shipped exclusively to UK market
All organic tomatoes and other vegetables from the 40 hectares of Riverford Vendée in France are exported exclusively to the UK for bio box distribution. Riverford Vendée, located in the

Spanish pepper production down 16% in 2025/26 due to Thrips parvispinus
Pepper production in Spain’s Almería region fell by 16% in the 2025/26 campaign due to the impact of the Thrips parvispinus pest, with some farms forced to uproot entire plantations. According

Tomato export volumes fall in Italy, Morocco strengthens position with certified snack tomatoes
Italian tomato sales volumes continued to decline in June 2026, while Morocco's snack tomato sector now has over half its exports certified by B Corp firms. In Italy, retail trade data for June

Italian tomato prices rise 15% year-on-year as volumes decline
In Italy, the average price of tomatoes increased by 15% since the start of the year, while volumes sold dropped by 6%. In Italy, the tomato category has experienced a persistent decline in

Italian tomato prices up 15% in H1 2026 amid falling volumes
Italy's average tomato prices rose 15% from January to late June 2026, while sales volumes fell by 6% year-on-year. In Italy, official retail and wholesale data show that the average mixed price

Dutch and French cucumber prices rise after Spanish exit; French exports down 10%
Dutch mini-cucumber prices have stabilized after Spain exited the market, with strong retail demand and possible shortages ahead. French cucumber production in 2026 is up 1%, but exports dropped

Dutch and French cucumber supply, prices and trade flows impact European market in July 2026
Dutch mini-cucumber prices have stabilized after Spain exited the market, while French cucumber prices in May 2026 were 14% above the previous year amid strong demand and moderate production

Dutch and French cucumber prices rise as Spanish volumes exit market
Spanish cucumbers have withdrawn from the European market, leading to higher prices for Dutch and French cucumbers amid increased demand and ongoing harvests. The Dutch mini-cucumber season has

Onion Imports in Poland Surpass 50,000 Tons as Dutch Supply Dominates Market
In the first four months of 2026, Poland imported over 50,000 tons of onions and shallots, with more than two-thirds coming from the Netherlands. The average import price for this period was about

Onion imports to Poland exceed 50,000 tonnes; Dutch supply dominates
In the first four months of 2026, Poland imported 50,200 tonnes of onions and shallots, with over two-thirds of the volume coming from the Netherlands. Average import prices ranged from

Red Cabbage – A Repeat of Last Season?
The end of June brought significant changes in wholesale prices for red cabbage. The average wholesale selling price for red cabbage fell by one third during this period. However, this decrease

French cucumber prices up 14% y/y in May; Dutch and Spanish supply dynamics affect EU market
French cucumber prices in May 2026 rose by 14% year on year, while Dutch mini-cucumber prices stabilized after Spain exited the market. European cucumber supply and trade flows are being shaped by

French and Dutch potato acreage down sharply; Spanish market hit by French imports
French potato acreage in 2026 has dropped by nearly 19,000 hectares (-9.7%), while Dutch plantings have reached their lowest level since 2012. Spanish new potato prices have collapsed due to large

Young Carrots Are Getting Cheaper, But…
Polish carrots had a rather impressive price finish to the 2025/2026 season, especially compared to the generally poor situation in many other segments of the vegetable market. From mid-April to