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"Garlic nears the peak export season as rising sea freight rates squeeze margins"

Since mid-May, Chinese garlic has gradually entered the harvest stage. At present, the garlic remains slightly damp and is being dried. A small quantity has already been exported, and the peak export season is expected to officially begin in mid-June.

Wang, Sales Manager at Jining Shangzhuo Food Co., Ltd., explained, "China's major garlic-producing areas include Jinxiang in Shandong, Pizhou in Jiangsu, and Qixian and Zhongmou counties in Henan. The planting area in these key production regions is roughly the same as in previous years, with a slight increase. Additionally, secondary and emerging garlic-growing regions have expanded. Overall, the total planting area this season has increased by about 10% compared to last year."

"In terms of quality, weather conditions during the harvest have been favorable, with no rainfall, which is beneficial for both ripening and storage. As a result, the overall quality is excellent. The proportion of large-sized garlic has risen significantly, with a notable increase in garlic measuring over 5.5 cm in diameter. The output of white-skinned garlic has also seen a year-on-year increase of around 25%," Wang noted.

"Regarding price, due to the expanded planting area and higher yield per unit, market supply is abundant, making it difficult to maintain high prices for an extended period. Consequently, current garlic prices are generally lower than in previous years."

Wang also mentioned that the purple-skinned garlic variety Jiangjun Red is visually appealing and well-received by overseas buyers. "However, it is priced relatively high. For example, garlic of size 6.0 is currently priced between $1,300 and $1,370 per ton at the production site."

On the export front, Wang stated, "We expect exports to reach their peak around June 15. Because prices are low, some international buyers are purchasing actively, and we've already signed many orders. However, rising international shipping costs present a challenge. For instance, freight rates to South America have more than doubled since June, now ranging from $1,000 to $1,500. While transportation costs have increased, the overall impact on exports is limited."

In addition to garlic, Jining Shangzhuo Food Co., Ltd. also exports ginger, onions, apples, and pears.

More information:
Jining Shangzhuo Food Co., Ltd.
Mr. Wang
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