Georgia's strawberry trade recorded lower volumes in the first quarter of 2026, according to GeoStat data. Imports from January to March totalled 504 tons, valued at US$727,400, compared to 646 tons worth US$913,000 in the same period of 2025. Despite the decline in volume, the average import price increased by around 2 per cent.
Turkey remained the main supplier, accounting for nearly all import volumes. A small quantity was also imported from Poland.
Exports declined at a faster rate. In Q1 2026, Georgia exported 29 tons of strawberries valued at US$102,000, compared to 122 tons worth US$225,200 in the same period last year. This represents a reduction of around 50 per cent.
Armenia remained the only export destination in 2026, accounting for 100 per cent of shipments. In the previous year, a smaller share of exports was also sent to Kazakhstan.
The data reflects lower trade volumes in both imports and exports during the first quarter of 2026.
Source: Business Media
