Greek Carrot Imports Impact Polish Trade; Domestic Supply Faces Pressure

Significant volumes of imported carrots from Greece are present on the Polish market in late June, with some retail cases of Greek carrots incorrectly labelled as Polish. Domestic growers report difficulties selling Polish carrots amid increased import pressure and weak demand.

At the end of June 2026, the Polish carrot market is experiencing strong competition from imports, particularly from Greece. Producers have documented cases in supermarkets where carrots of Greek origin are labelled and sold as Polish, complicating the commercial situation for domestic growers. Farmers report that the influx of imported carrots is making it more challenging to sell Polish produce, with some retail chains either offering prices below production costs or refusing to buy local carrots altogether.

On the wholesale and retail level, this situation translates into increased availability of imported carrots, while demand for Polish carrots remains low. Although specific wholesale prices for carrots at Polish markets such as Bronisze are not provided in the sources, farmers indicate that the prices offered for Polish carrots are often not covering harvesting and logistics costs. This has led to a portion of last season’s carrots remaining unsold in storage or left unharvested in the field.

The supply of Polish carrots in late June is marked by a transition period: the last of the 2025 storage crop is being cleared out, while new-season field carrots are only just beginning to appear. However, the market is dominated by imported carrots, especially from Greece, as evidenced by the recent retail checks. This import pressure is occurring alongside a general trend of increased vegetable imports into Poland in recent months.

Demand for carrots in Poland is described as weak, with buyers showing a preference for imported products, possibly due to price or availability. Producers highlight the difficulty in verifying the true origin of carrots at the point of sale, which can influence consumer choices and further reduce demand for domestic carrots.

Weather conditions in Poland for late June 2026 have not been described as a significant factor affecting carrot supply or quality in the available sources. The main drivers of the current market situation remain trade dynamics, import competition, and buyer demand.

Compiled from Polish trade press (2026-06-26)