Cherries
The importance of Turkish, German, French and Greek cherries steadily increased. The Spanish supply of cherries slightly decreased. The Hungarian cherries went for €1.25 to €1.50 per 500g in Hamburg. Several varieties are available, for example, Hedelfinger, Samba and Summit from Germany and Regina, Duroni and More from Italy. The interest focused on the larger supplies, which is why traders favoured French and Turkish batches. German cherries and some Italian cherries were too small and therefore were less in demand. And the quality often left something to be desired. The prices dropped given the huge amount of produce. Belge from France easily sold for € 6.50 per kg in Frankfurt.
Onions
Spain is the only supplier of onions, except for a few batches from Chile, New Zealand and Turkey. The sufficient supply and the lowered demand reduced the prices. The range of onions was completed by supply from Australia and Italy. On the whole the prices dropped slightly in this sector. German onions, only available in Frankfurt, had matured and were in good condition which is why they cost a little more than they used to.
Apples
The trade is firmly in New Zealand’s hands. The demand was not particularly high and could easily be satisfied.
Pears
The total supply from South Africa increased slightly. The availability balanced with the demand therefore the prices remained stable.
Table grapes
The availability of European grapes increased. The availability of the varieties Victoria and Black Magic from Italy grew. And in addition, the first Sugraone appeared on the market in Munich.
Strawberries
German strawberries clearly dominated. The strawberries varied in quality, size, colouration and condition, which reflected in the very wide price range.
Apricots
The French supply of apricots grew. The German season started with the availability of the first Early Blush. The bad weather diminished the demand.
Peaches and nectarines
The supply grew faster than the demand. Therefore the prices had to be reduced across the board, to avoid a surplus.
Kiwis
New Zealand dominates the trade. The supply is oriented on providing for the demand and thus the prices did not change significantly.
Lemons
Spanish lemons owned the market. Prices remained on the same level, since the availability matched with the customer's demand.
Bananas
The supply has been adapted to match the demand and the demand could be easily satisfied.
Cauliflower
German cauliflowers kept on dominating the market. Due to the low temperatures, the quality of the cauliflower improved. Nevertheless, demand was low.
Lettuce
Iceberg lettuce primarily came from Germany. The Dutch lettuce completed the product range, sometimes in ways that exceeded the demand.
Tomatoes
The market is under pressure. German tomatoes complemented the enormous supplies from the Netherlands and Belgium.
Sweet peppers
The trade is firmly in the hands of Dutch producers. As usual the prices fluctuated, but mostly downwards.
Asparagus
The traditional season ended at 24th of June. And the supply of violet and white asparagus shrank noticeably. Although decreased parallel with demand, these could not be fully satisfied.
More information can be found here: BLE Marktbericht KW 26/2015
Source: BLE