It is well-know that price fluctuations happen in the fresh produce sector, but the melon market in particular exemplifies this. “The Spanish season started with some difficulty in Almería as a consequence of the extended overseas season and the disappointing weather at the time. During the first few weeks, the market was very competitive. By now, the first signs of scarcity have started appearing,” says commercial manager Leon van den Hombergh from Frankort & Koning.
The overseas season has ended by now, and the transition from Almería to the new harvest from Murcia is currently being made. By now, prices for Cantaloupe and Galia melons are at a level around 8 and 7 euro respectively. Watermelons are sold for 80-90 cent, and Piel de Sapo and yellow melons are sold at 1 euro per kilogram. “Fine prices,” Leon says. “And prospects are good. Not too many melons are available during this transition period from Almería to Murcia.”
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