Favorable weather conditions in 2025 are supporting a good onion harvest in Hungary. However, other European producers also expect high yields, raising the risk of oversupply and pressure on prices.
Industry representatives, including the National Chamber of Agriculture (NAK) and FruitVeB, underlined at a field day in Murony that competitiveness can be improved through the use of suitable varieties, investment in storage, and stronger producer cooperation. Farmers were also introduced to mid- and late-season onion varieties during the event.
Hungary's onion acreage has been expanding in recent years, partly driven by high spring prices. Yet, the expected surplus across Europe could lead to dumping prices. Increasing storage capacity would allow Hungarian producers to avoid forced immediate sales and to market their crop later in the season at higher prices. This requires healthy onions grown with varieties adapted to local conditions and modern technologies.
Stronger cooperation among growers is also considered essential. By organising collectively, producers can gain better access to markets and negotiate purchase prices that reflect their production costs. Greater coordination would significantly improve the market position of Hungarian onions.
Domestic onion consumption remains stable, providing a reliable market, while rising costs reduce the competitiveness of imports. Industry experts believe this creates further room for growth in Hungary's onion production.
Source: fruitveb.hu
