Europe fruit and veg market

Germany’s potato processors expect lower yields in the main harvest after prolonged drought and temperatures of up to 40°C limited tuber growth. The main trade concern is the availability of large potatoes required for fries production. read more

The available material contains no raspberry prices, export volumes or supply reports from markets outside Poland. The only current commercial signal is a sharp mid-August price correction on the Bronisze wholesale market, where Polish raspberries fell to about €4.6/kg. read more

French cucumber supply is currently below buyer demand after successive heatwaves lifted consumption and reduced marketable output. Grower representatives say the shortage coincides with retail pressure on purchase prices linked to a planned Lidl promotion. read more

Belgian strawberry prices at VBT auctions averaged up to 18% above last year in the first quarter of 2026, supported by strong sales and good production volumes. In spring, auction supply was up to 5% higher year on year, although heat affected grading and fruit quality. read more

Tomato supply increased in Week 33 of 2026 and tomatoes became the most actively traded product on a regional fresh produce trading platform covering Eastern Europe, Central Asia and neighbouring markets. read more

The 2026 EU apple harvest is forecast at 9.5 million tonnes, down 16% from last season and 14% below the three-year average. The reduction is concentrated in several major producing countries, with Italy broadly stable and Spain and Greece increasing output. read more

Heatwaves and drought are again putting pressure on the European leafy vegetable market in mid-August, with traditional outdoor iceberg lettuce exposed to irregular availability and price increases. In response, Dutch operators are testing hydroponic iceberg leaf lettuce aimed at more predictable supply for retail, foodservice and industry. read more

Blueberries from Peru and Zimbabwe were still present in retail in mid-August, during the European harvest peak. Peruvian fruit seen in stores carried a 10 June packing date and was offered at almost €23.2/kg. read more

Germany remains the main foreign potato supplier to Poland, but its processing sector is entering the main harvest with lower yield expectations after drought and heat. In Greece, Nevrokopi growers report early export interest from Romania as the new crop begins. read more

Wholesale raspberry prices in Europe have halved in mid-August, following a surge in supply from key producing countries. read more

The EU apple harvest is forecast at 9.5 million tonnes in 2026, around 16% below last season and the lowest level in nine years. Hungary is facing one of the sharpest shortages, with processing plants expected to seek industrial apples from abroad. read more

European pear production is forecast at 1.95 million tonnes for 2026, a 5.46% increase over 2025, with Spain's Rincón de Soto region starting its harvest amid high fruit quality. Hailstorms in the Benelux have damaged pears, affecting supply to processing and export markets. read more

Blueberries from Peru and Zimbabwe remain unsold for weeks on European retail shelves in July and August, with import prices approaching €23.2/kg, far exceeding the price of local fruit. read more

Tomatoes became the most actively traded product on the East European regional platform in week 33 of 2026, reflecting increased supply and seller activity from countries such as Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Türkiye, Azerbaijan, and Egypt. read more

Trading activity in raspberries from Ukraine and Turkey has declined in mid-August 2026, resulting in lower availability for European buyers. read more

UK potato growers are reporting lower yields and smaller tubers due to prolonged drought and heatwaves, while potato and onion prices have declined in Ukraine during the same period. read more

Dutch greenhouse cucumber prices in 2025 were on average slightly below 2024 levels, with production increasingly consolidated and supported by supplementary lighting. Spain remains the EU's leading cucumber producer, while Italy and Germany show strong output growth. read more

Severe drought in the Netherlands, Belgium, and France is reducing pear sizes and may lower overall EU pear yields for the 2026/2027 season, despite earlier forecasts of growth. read more