Dutch supermarket sales of snack cucumbers rose by more than 25% in 2024, while field cucumber availability in Western Europe is severely limited, pushing wholesale prices to €2.3–2.5/kg. read more

Peru has started its first commercial blueberry harvest at the new Piscu farm, with exports expected to increase as Serbia and Portugal end their seasons and Romania remains active. read more

Italy's average tomato prices rose 15% from January to late June 2026, while sales volumes fell by 6% year-on-year. read more

Polish carrot growers are facing high temperatures and drought in July 2026, but no major disruptions in carrot trade or price volatility have been reported so far. read more

European organic apple production is forecast to be smaller this season due to hail damage, while Southern Hemisphere exporters maintain steady shipments and organic demand continues to rise. read more

A late June heatwave and ongoing drought have caused visible sunburn and reduced yields in Polish raspberry fields during peak harvest, impacting both supply and the commercial market. read more

Polish field cucumber supply is extremely limited in July, driving wholesale prices at Bronisze to record highs of €2.3–2.5/kg, levels not seen in mid-summer in recent years. read more

The 2026 Polish blueberry season began with farm-gate prices above €4.6/kg, but downward pressure is expected as peak harvest approaches. Yields are varied, with weather and winter frost damage affecting supply, especially for the Chandler variety. read more

Polish potato growers are facing the impact of heat and drought during the crucial tuber development phase, raising concerns about lower yields and quality. At the same time, Poland's share of potato exports to Ukraine has dropped in early 2026. read more

Polish apple farm-gate prices fell at the end of the 2025/26 season, with weak domestic and export demand and high stocks weighing on the market. June 2026 exports reached 21,209 tonnes, with significant unsold volumes remaining in cold storage. read more

Wholesale prices of young beets have dropped below previous years' levels. read more

Red bell pepper prices in Central Europe remain high due to slow expansion of local greenhouse supply, with average wholesale prices in Poland at €2.8/kg in early July 2026. read more

Serbia and Portugal have nearly finished their blueberry export seasons, while Peru has begun its first large-scale commercial blueberry harvest, increasing competition for EU import markets. read more

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 10% year-on-year in early 2026. read more

In early July 2026, the Polish carrot market is experiencing increased availability as the new season's harvest accelerates. Wholesale prices remain under downward pressure amid rising supply and recent hot, dry weather. read more

Cherry wholesale prices in Italy and Ukraine have dropped sharply in July 2026 due to abundant harvests, intensifying competition among European suppliers. read more

Most Polish strawberry plantations have finished harvesting, with only late varieties like Cadenza still in production. The 2026 season was marked by high temperatures and challenging weather conditions, impacting yields and fruit size. read more

Dutch tomato growers are increasingly installing insect netting filter systems, while Spain is focusing on drought- and heat-tolerant traditional tomato varieties. read more

Polish new potatoes have fully replaced imports on the wholesale market, with prices fluctuating daily due to unstable supply and recent heatwaves impacting the harvest. read more

European forecasts indicate a smaller organic apple harvest for 2026, with expectations of slightly higher prices. South Africa is increasing apple exports to China, potentially impacting European export dynamics. read more