Spanish tomato export value up 11% despite 3% drop in volume

Between January and May 2026, Spain exported 346,622 tonnes of fresh tomatoes, a 3% decrease year-on-year, but the export value rose by 11% to €719 million.

Spanish tomato exports for the period January–May 2026 reached 346,622 tonnes, a 3% decline compared to the same period in 2025. Despite the lower volume, the total export value increased by 11%, reaching €719 million. This reflects a significant price increase for Spanish tomatoes in international markets.

The average export price of Spanish tomatoes in this five-month period was approximately €2.07/kg, up from €1.84/kg in the previous year. This price growth is attributed to both stable demand in key European markets and a tighter supply situation.

Spain remains the leading tomato supplier for many European countries, including Germany, France, and Poland. The reduced Spanish supply, combined with higher prices, may lead to increased competition from other Mediterranean producers such as Morocco and Türkiye, especially in price-sensitive markets like Poland.

In Almería, a key tomato-producing region, tomato prices for growers rose by 16% in the 2025/26 campaign, while the volume commercialized experienced a slight decrease. Rising input costs, particularly fertilizers (+27%) and fuel (+50%), have contributed to the increased price of Spanish tomatoes.

Türkiye continues to strengthen its processed tomato product exports, with companies like Memişoğlu expanding their capacity and portfolio. Turkish exporters are targeting both EU and global markets with tomato-based products, potentially increasing competition in the processed segment.

Spanish tomato exports to Poland are expected to be affected by these developments, with higher prices anticipated for Polish importers and possible shifts in sourcing toward alternative suppliers if price differentials widen.

Material prepared by the editorial team of fresh-market.info, editor Artur Spiker