Broccoli and cauliflower volumes are noticeably lower than in the same period last season. There's a limited supply, but no shortages, and prices remain high thanks to a growing demand.
The recent frosts in Murcia and Alicante have taken a toll on the harvests of some products, such as artichokes. "Although brassicas have not been affected by the frosts, production has slowed down quite a lot, coinciding with a period in which volumes have been much lower than in the same period last year when there was more of an oversupply," says Cricket's Sales Director Sebastián Aguilar.
"It all started with a warm fall that brought this season's harvests forward by two or three weeks. Then we had constant and abundant rainfall that caused significant losses, and at the end of December, temperatures plummeted, considerably slowing down the production," says Aguilar.
"While the supply is more limited, we continue serving our clients. We are carrying out complementary purchases on the open market to make that possible," says Cricket's Sales Director.
It is worth recalling that after the excesses of Christmas, vegetable consumption tends to increase. "We have had a fairly strong demand since week 2. This demand is somewhat higher than the available supply, but there is no shortage," says Aguilar. "The price averages are higher and more acceptable for all links in the chain compared to the previous season, resulting in greater stability."
Cricket has its own brassica productions and has achieved significant growth with its cauliflower over the last five years. "Thanks to the introduction of new varieties, we are able to ensure a constant supply of fully white cauliflower, which is what the markets are really looking for and what they appreciate," says Sebastián Aguilar.
For more information:
Sebastián Aguilar
Cricket
Tel.: +34 968465960
[email protected]
www.campodelorca.com