Tomatoes

Greenhouse growers of tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers encounter difficulties at the end of the season when plastic twines become entangled with plant material and are difficult to separate. These materials need to be transported for incineration, which leads to additional costs. It is anticipated that disposal expenses will rise. read more

Ramon Fernandez-Pacheco, Andalusia's Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Rural Development, has urged for a "serious" approach to the implementation of trade agreements with third countries. He specifically mentioned the issue of tomatoes related to the agreement with Morocco as a "painful case" for local growers. read more

The prices of tomatoes in European markets have increased since the beginning of the current season, with Spanish media outlet La Razón reporting prices around €8 per kilogram. The rise in prices has been attributed to a decrease in supply and adverse weather conditions in southern producing regions, including Morocco. read more

The past few weeks have put tomatoes back in the spotlight in the fruit and vegetable department. Not only as a leading category in terms of market penetration and consumer centrality, but also as a product subject to strong market pressures. The limited availability is linked to a phase of read more

Some of the critical issues that had led to a surge in some fruit and vegetable prices seem to have been overcome: the prices of tomatoes, bell peppers, and zucchinis are decreasing, while the eggplant market is also returning to normal. The long weekend is boosting some productions, such as broad beans, as well as. read more

Bulgaria's food market is currently experiencing a downward price trend for greenhouse vegetables in mid-April, with decreases reported for the third week in a row. This data is sourced from the Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS) and includes all 28 regions for the seventeenth week of 2026. Retail prices for... read more

The restyling of Valfrutta Fresco cherry tomatoes arrives in the retail sector: the brand of the Alegra group is renewing one of its key references, with a 200-gram "open and close" format and a new graphic design inspired by the zodiac signs. An update that aims to enhance the product and... read more

The Valfrutta Fresco Datterini tomatoes change their appearance: it's not the product that transforms, but the way of experiencing and consuming it. The new design, inspired by the 12 zodiac signs, speaks a more contemporary language and makes the product stand out on the shelf. Valfrutta Fresco, a premium brand. read more

The Belgian greenhouse vegetable market is showing a varied trend. Although the new season for tomatoes and peppers began well, pepper prices have already started to decrease. Cucumbers, which had very high prices in early February, are now seeing a significant drop. "It is just a matter of waiting." read more

At its annual press conference, the Solarenn cooperative, based in Ille-et-Vilaine and bringing together 25 growers, took stock of the past campaign and looked ahead to 2026, with new product ranges, diversification, industrial investment, and a focus on energy issues. Ronan Collet and Isabelle read more

Food prices on Bulgaria's wholesale markets decreased this week, with fresh vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers leading the decline. Data from the State Commission on Commodity Exchanges and Markets indicates that prices for most seasonal produce went down, although some items such as potatoes and peppers saw an increase. read more

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After the first in-depth analysis dedicated to the category of the month of April (click here to read the analysis), Agroter's Fruit and Vegetable Monitor shines the spotlight on tomatoes with a new focus that delves into purchasing dynamics and accompanies the journey. read more

Tomatoes are currently experiencing a period where traditional seasonal trends no longer provide a complete picture. In key producing areas, the supply is rising, but so are the factors influencing how this supply behaves once it reaches the market. Weather disturbances earlier in the year have caused delays. read more

This week, analysts from the EastFruit project have noted a significant decrease in prices for greenhouse tomatoes in Ukraine. Market participants believe that this is due to a seasonal rise in supplies from local greenhouses, coupled with a subdued demand for the product. read more