Heatwaves slash French lettuce supply, Spanish exports rise in value
French lettuce production has been severely reduced by heatwaves, while Spain increased its lettuce export volume and value in early 2026. French vegetable growers report that recent heatwaves

Wide producer-retail price gap for Italian lettuce amid summer heat
In Italy, the wholesale price paid to farmers for iceberg lettuce in July 2026 is €0.70/kg, while retail prices reach €3.90/kg, with input costs rising due to persistent heat and drought. 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