EU apple crop drops to 9-year low, supply tightens in 2026/27
The 2026/27 European apple crop is forecast at 9.5 million tonnes, down 15.6% year-on-year and the lowest in nine years, due to weather extremes across the continent. According to the World Apple

Catalonia forecasts 9% increase in apple harvest; Kazakhstan to ban imports
Catalonia projects a 9% rise in apple production to 289,600 tonnes for 2026, while Kazakhstan will ban apple imports, including from EU suppliers, from August to December 2026. The Association of

South African Apple Promotions and Strong European Competition Influence Market
South African apples saw a 36.9% sales increase during major promotions in China, while European suppliers such as Italy, Greece, and Turkey are reporting normal or above-average apple harvests,

Strong Competition from Italy, Greece and Turkey Shapes European Apple Market in July 2026
Apple harvests in Italy, Greece and Turkey are at normal or above-normal levels for the 2026/27 season, increasing competition for exporters in Europe and affecting trade conditions for Polish

Smaller European Organic Apple Harvest and Stable Southern Hemisphere Supply Affect Trade
European organic apple production is forecast to be smaller this season due to hail damage, while Southern Hemisphere exporters maintain steady shipments and organic demand continues to rise. The