Bronisze: Pear Wholesale Prices Stable Amid Smaller Domestic Fruit Size
On the Bronisze wholesale market near Warsaw, domestic 'Konferencja' pears are selling at €1.2–1.5/kg, while imported pears fetch €1.6–1.7/kg. Polish orchards report smaller fruit size this season due to ongoing drought and low air humidity.
At the Bronisze wholesale market near Warsaw, prices for domestic 'Konferencja' pears on 10 August 2026 are €1.2–1.5/kg (5–6.5 PLN/kg), while imported pears are quoted at €1.6–1.7/kg (7–7.25 PLN/kg). Trade activity remains steady, with buyers showing continued interest in both domestic and imported fruit. The price spread reflects supply constraints and quality differences between local and imported produce.
Polish pear orchards are experiencing significant challenges with fruit size this season. Growers report that persistent drought, low soil moisture, and low air humidity, combined with wind, have led to excessive leaf browning and reduced pear growth. Orchards grafted on quince rootstock are especially affected by water deficits, with many reporting smaller-than-usual pears in early August.
Weather conditions have played a crucial role in shaping the current supply. The ongoing warm and dry spell has intensified water stress in pear orchards across major growing regions. Overhead irrigation systems have proven effective in mitigating leaf browning and maintaining better fruit development, but farms relying solely on drip irrigation are struggling to meet the water needs of their trees.
Pest pressure, particularly from spider mites, has increased as a result of the hot and dry weather. Intensive monitoring and repeated treatments are reported in many orchards to limit pest damage and maintain leaf health, which is critical for fruit sizing and yield.
Last season, high pear yields in the Netherlands limited Polish exports there, but this year, with reduced Dutch and European pear harvests, market participants expect improved export opportunities for Polish pears in the coming weeks.
Material prepared by the editorial team of fresh-market.info, editor Artur Spiker · Illustrative image generated by AI