Lower Polish Parsley Harvest and Higher Prices at Bronisze in Early August
Polish root parsley production in 2026 is forecast at 148,000 tonnes, down from last year, with wholesale prices at the Bronisze market reaching €0.8–1.4/kg (3.5–6 PLN/kg) in early August.
According to preliminary estimates from the Central Statistical Office (GUS), Poland's 2026 harvest of root parsley is expected to reach approximately 148,000 tonnes. This represents a decrease compared to the previous year, driven by adverse spring weather, including cold spells, low soil moisture, and late frosts that delayed field work and caused uneven germination across many growing regions.
On the trade front, wholesale prices for parsley at the Bronisze wholesale market near Warsaw on 6 August 2026 ranged from €0.8–1.4/kg (3.5–6 PLN/kg) for standard root parsley. Young parsley in bunches was quoted at €0.9–1.4 per bunch (4–6 PLN/pęczek). These prices reflect both the seasonal supply and the impact of lower overall availability due to reduced yields this year.
The challenging weather conditions during the early part of the season prompted many growers to begin irrigation earlier than usual, incurring higher production costs. June and July brought improved rainfall, temporarily boosting plant conditions, but a late June heatwave again stressed crops and limited further growth. The resulting yields are below the previous season's levels.
Demand for fresh parsley remains stable on the domestic market, with current supply meeting ongoing buyer needs, but the lower harvest volume is contributing to firmer prices at wholesale level. There have been no reported disruptions to domestic trade or parsley imports and exports as of early August.
The difficult start to the season, coupled with increased pest and disease pressure from variable weather, required intensified crop protection efforts on many farms, further influencing production costs and market prices.
Material prepared by the editorial team of fresh-market.info, editor Artur Spiker · Illustrative image generated by AI