As of April 1st to July 31st of this year, apple trade with Belarus is permitted, marking a significant development for both Polish exporters and Belarusian importers.
The Polish Institute of Agricultural and Food Economics (PIORiN) has released initial data on apple exports to Belarus for the first week of April. As of April 7th, Polish exporters have shipped over 2,191 tons of apples to Belarus.
Is this a significant volume? Conversations with industry stakeholders suggest a somewhat restrained perspective. While the initial week of April shows promising figures, sentiments remain cautious.
Nevertheless, concerns persist regarding the offered rates. Reports indicate that Belarusian buyers are dissatisfied with the proposed pricing.
Belarusian companies seek apples, undoubtedly, but they pursue cost-effective options without compromising on quality. For smooth trade operations, both sides must find common ground, ensuring satisfaction for all involved parties, including the orchard owners who rely on fair prices for the apples stored in refrigerated warehouses.
Polish traders assert that apple volumes directed towards Belarus should witness an increase. However, it is acknowledged that these quantities are unlikely to deplete Polish apple inventories entirely.
source: sadyogrody.pl