Dessert plums hold at prices from 3 years ago
Prices of dessert plums in Polish wholesale remain at a level close to that seen three years ago. What context does this provide for assessing this year’s plum season in Poland?It means that

Peru, blueberries: exports grow by 74 percent, while Europe takes over a larger share of supplies
By week 32 of the 2026/27 season, Peru had exported 53,465 tons of blueberries, 74 percent more than a year earlier, with a clear shift in supplies away from China and toward the USA and Europe.

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

USA: 33 percent of the value of global blueberry purchases in 2024
The USA remains the largest import market for blueberries: according to ProColombia, global imports of these fruits in 2024 reached 7.3 billion USD, and the United States accounted for 33 percent

Serbian and Moldovan autumn raspberries to compete for EU buyers; Ukraine remains uncertain
Serbia is focusing on premium autumn raspberries for export to the EU, while early Moldovan batches are already on the market. The Ukrainian harvest remains uncertain due to spring frost

USDA halts Michoacán avocado exports, global supply faces short-term uncertainty
The USDA has temporarily suspended all avocado export operations in Michoacán, Mexico as of August 5, 2026, raising concerns about short-term supply disruptions in key markets. The US Department

Blueberry recall in US linked to Chilean supplier; European trade and supply trends
A major US retailer has expanded its recall of frozen blueberries due to E. coli contamination, with the initial product supplied by a Chilean exporter. This development may affect perceptions of

French and British apple harvests near five-year averages, Ukrainian prices forecast to fall
France and the UK expect apple harvests close to five-year averages, while Ukrainian market participants predict a decline in wholesale apple prices for the 2026/27 season. According to

Turkish and Texas watermelon exports: strong volumes, mixed regional results
Turkey increased its watermelon exports significantly by 2024, while Texas reported a strong 2025/26 season with above-average fruit quality and sugar content. Turkey's fresh fruit and vegetable

Spain and US cherry harvests sharply reduced by adverse weather in 2026
Cherry production in both Spain (Extremadura) and the US Northwest has suffered major losses in 2026 due to spring weather events, significantly tightening supplies on the European market. In

Heavy losses and reduced cherry supply in Spain impact European trade
Spanish cherry growers in Extremadura report over €20 million in losses due to May storms, resulting in significantly reduced production and supply for export markets. Spanish cherry production

Kazakhstan to ban apple imports; EU prices drop sharply
Kazakhstan will impose a ban on apple imports, including from the EU, starting August 1, 2026. Meanwhile, average wholesale apple prices in major EU producer countries fell by 18.5% year-on-year

Stable wholesale prices for Italian tomatoes, Turkish dried tomato exports exceed €56 million
Wholesale prices for Italian cherry tomatoes remain stable at €2.0–2.2/kg, while Türkiye exported over 18,300 tonnes of dried tomatoes in the first half of 2026, mainly to European

Turkish and South African orange exports surge as Egyptian prices remain low
Türkiye exported 110.4 million EUR worth of oranges in the first half of 2026, while South Africa entered the peak of its Valencia season amid geopolitical disruptions in the Middle East.

Sharp drop in Dutch and Greek apple harvests to affect European trade
Dutch apple production for 2026 is forecast to fall 18% year-on-year to 195,000 tonnes, while Greek apple exports up to June 2026 have dropped by 38.6%. Dutch apple production for the 2026 season

Peruvian and Chilean table grape export prices diverge as supply patterns shift
Peru increased white seedless grape exports by 11% in 2025/26, with spot market prices ranging from €2.8 to €4.4 per kg, while Chile’s shipments decreased by 15% but at higher average prices

Tomato wholesale prices fall in Spain and Italy amid high summer supply
Spanish wholesale prices for mature tomatoes in Bilbao dropped to €0.90/kg in mid-July 2026, while Italian red tomato prices also eased due to abundant local production. Wholesale prices for

Are Cherries More Expensive Than Last Year?
Harvesting of the Łutówka cherry variety has begun in Poland. However, contrary to the expectations of many, the anticipated downward correction in purchase prices for these fruits has not

Spain prepares for new digital logistics rules in apple trade
From October 2026, all road transport of apples in Spain will require digital documentation in line with new national regulations, impacting exporters and logistics operators. Spanish apple

Italy increases apple exports in 2025/26; stable prices for main varieties
Italy exported over 1 million tonnes of apples in 2025, up 17% from 2024, with stable export prices for Fuji, Golden, and Granny Smith varieties. In the 2025/26 season, Italy exported more than 1

Spanish strawberry exports dominate EU market in 2025
Spain exported 265,183 tonnes of strawberries in 2025, valued at €871 million, maintaining its lead as the top EU supplier. Spanish strawberry exports reached 265,183 tonnes in 2025, accounting

South Tyrol and Trentino focus on apple innovation and supply continuity for European markets
South Tyrolean and Trentino apple producers are highlighting advanced storage and supply chain innovations ahead of the 2026 summer and autumn trade season, aiming to ensure consistent European

Strong growth in Turkish citrus exports and rising commercial demand for Spanish oranges
Turkish citrus exports reached €569 million in the first half of 2026, up 66% year-on-year, while Spanish wholesale demand for oranges rose sharply by over 43%. Turkish citrus exports during

Spanish watermelon sector faces stable acreage and insurance price adjustments after difficult 2025 season
Spanish watermelon growers maintain planting area in 2026 despite last season's low prices and excess supply, with proposed insurance price increases reflecting higher production costs. Spanish

High prices for Italian seedless grapes; Spanish campaign delayed; South African supply drops
Italian seedless grapes are trading at over €5.0/kg on wholesale markets, while Spain's table grape harvest is slightly delayed due to weather. South African grape packhouses report supply at