Oranges in the transition period between seasons
Oranges, as well as other citrus fruit, have entered the final phase of the import season from the Southern Hemisphere. Supply in South Africa is already running out, while fruit from

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

EU: Apple harvests expected to fall by around 16 percent in the 2026/2027 season
On August 6, WAPA presented a forecast of significantly lower apple harvests in the European Union for the 2026/2027 season at the Prognosfruit conference in Konstanz. A drop in production below

Germany, Greece and Spain supply majority of potatoes to Poland; import prices at €0.40/kg
Germany remained the dominant supplier of potatoes to Poland from January to May 2026, accounting for 46% of total imports. The average import price for fresh or chilled potatoes in this period

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

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

Germany, Greece and Cyprus remain key potato suppliers to Poland; Ukraine invests in processing sector
Germany remains the leading potato exporter to Poland, supplying 28,740 tonnes from January to May 2026, with an average import price of €0.4/kg. Ukraine has begun construction of its largest

Italy sets reference price for new potato season as European supply increases
Italy has set a minimum reference price of €0.46/kg for first-quality potatoes for the 2026-2027 season, amid increased supply from Southern Europe and ongoing market competition. The

Cucumber supply expands in Spain, Ukraine; increased competition in European markets
Cucumber supply increased in Spain and Ukraine in July 2026, leading to downward pressure on export and wholesale prices across Europe. In Ukraine, cucumber availability continued to grow during

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

Italian watermelon wholesale prices collapse to €0.30/kg amid high supply and weak demand
Wholesale prices for Italian watermelons have dropped sharply to €0.30/kg in July 2026, following a period of high prices and now sluggish demand across European markets. In Italy, the

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

Oversupply and Falling Cherry Prices on European Markets Due to Increased Output in Italy and Turkey
Wholesale and origin prices for cherries in France and Spain declined sharply in June and July 2026 amid oversupply from Italy, Turkey, and Greece, with French cherry prices down 4% year-on-year

High watermelon supply from Spain and Greece lowers wholesale prices in Europe
European wholesale watermelon prices are under downward pressure in July 2026 due to high supply from Spain and Greece, with strong export flows from both origins. The summer of 2026 sees

Cucumber sales and prices rise across Europe as supplies tighten
Cucumber sales offers declined sharply across Eastern Europe in early July 2026, while wholesale prices increased amid reduced availability from key suppliers including Türkiye and Ukraine. On

Cucumber sales and availability fall in key supplier countries as prices rise
Cucumber sales and availability declined across several Eastern European and Mediterranean supplier countries in early July 2026, resulting in rising wholesale prices. On regional trading

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,

Italian, Greek and Turkish cherries shape EU market as supply surges and prices remain high
Wholesale prices for Trentino cherries in Italy reached €6.0/kg in mid-July 2026, supported by robust demand despite a short, intense harvest period. In Italy, wholesale prices for Trentino

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

Greek peach exports up 21%, Spanish and Italian competition pressures prices in Central Europe
Greek peach exports increased by 21.2% year-on-year by July 10, 2026, with notable growth in shipments to Poland and Italy. Spanish and Italian oversupply continues to pressure prices, especially

Hot weather leads to cherry oversupply in Italy; Turkish, Greek and Spanish competition intensifies
High temperatures in Italy accelerated cherry ripening, causing an overlap with later harvests from Puglia and early arrivals from Trentino, resulting in a temporary oversupply and increased

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

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%

Smaller organic apple harvest in Europe, South African apples promoted in China, US crop reporting changes
European organic apple harvest is expected to be smaller in 2026 due to hail, with potential price increases. South African apple exports see strong retail promotion in China, and US crop

Cherry wholesale prices in Italy and Ukraine fall as supply increases across Europe
Cherry wholesale prices in Italy and Ukraine have dropped sharply in July 2026 due to abundant harvests, intensifying competition among European suppliers. In Italy, wholesale prices for cherries