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

Fresh strawberries – record imports affected prices, but…
The 2026 season on the fresh strawberry market in Poland is now behind us. We can try to make an initial summary of it. We will look at Statistics Poland’s preliminary estimates for the harvest

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

North America: Mexican avocados returned to the U.S. after inspections resumed in Michoacán
In mid-August, the U.S. resumed official activities and avocado inspections in Michoacán, restarting a key supply channel from Mexico to the U.S. market. For trade, this is significant because

The World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA) unveiled its highly anticipated forecast for the 2026/2027 season
At this year's Prognosfruit Conference in Constance, Germany (5–7 August 2026), the World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA) unveiled its highly anticipated forecast for the 2026/2027

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

Record South African grape exports and falling Italian prices reshape EU market
South Africa exported 352,400 tonnes of table grapes in 2025/26, with 86% redirected to Europe and the UK due to new US tariffs, while Italian online grape prices fell by 5.4% week-on-week in

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

Polish apple exports slow in June despite high stocks; Kazakh ban looms
Polish apple exports outside the EU reached 21,209 tonnes in June 2026, below 2023 levels, while domestic stocks on 1 June stood at 227,000 tonnes—18.3% higher year-on-year. According to

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

Peruvian blueberry export volumes drop 7% as European market faces tighter supply
Peru, the world’s largest blueberry exporter, projects a 7% decrease in export volumes for the 2026/27 season due to high temperatures, impacting supply and prices in Europe. Peruvian blueberry

The Early Apple Season Has Started—What About Prices?
The early apple season in Poland has started slightly later than last year. The 2026 commercial campaign for these fruits is beginning, as usual, with the Early Geneva and Papierówka varieties.

Polish Apple Stocks High, June Exports Down Despite Lower 2026 Harvest
Large apple stocks remained in Poland at the start of July 2026, with exports in June falling to 21,209 tonnes despite ongoing international interest. Wholesale prices in Poland stayed about 30%

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