European ginger exports are currently facing the expected challenges, both logistically and quality-wise. "Freight rates are six times as high as usual. And the transit time - normally 32 days from China to the Netherlands - is two weeks longer," says Sophie Ye of KX Food in Belgium.
Yet, this importer sees no reason to reduce volumes. "We make a living out of ginger, and we can show our specialism, especially in these challenging times." KX Food imports around 300 containers from China every year. In the coming weeks, too, the company hopes to import the necessary conventional and organic ginger from China again.
"The Brazilian and Peruvian seasons are almost over. China will, thus, dominate the ginger market again for the next few months," says Sophie.
"The quality should stabilize in two or three weeks. Chinese ginger prices have been fairly stable for the last two months, depending on the quality."
Sophie is optimistic about long-term ginger consumption. "That has shown a strong upward trend over the last few years, and we don't see that changing. We supply retailers and wholesalers throughout Europe in packages ranging from 3 to 5kg," Sophie concludes. KX Food also imports chestnuts and garlic from China.
For more information:
Sophie Ye
KX Food
103 Kleine Veerle
2960, Brecht, Belgium
Tel: +32 (0) 332 68 754
Email: [email protected]
Website: : www.kxfood.be