Domestic producers unhappy with imported strawberries
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- Imported strawberries appeared on the Budapest wholesale market in early March, sold at an average wholesale price of 1615 forints per kilogram.
- Hungarian strawberries entered the market in mid-May at a producer price of 2200 forints per kilogram, a nearly 19% decrease from the previous year.
- Hungarian strawberry exports are modest, primarily to the Czech Republic and Slovakia, with volumes halving in 2025, indicating a focus on the domestic market.
Imported strawberries arrived at the Budapest wholesale market as early as the 12th week of the year, predominantly from Greece. These were sold at an average wholesale price of 1615 forints per kilogram until the Hungarian season began.
Domestic Hungarian strawberries entered the market in the 19th week, with producers selling them at 2200 forints per kilogram. However, prices have fallen compared to the previous year. The average price for Hungarian strawberries during weeks 19-21 saw a reduction of nearly 19 percent.
Hungarian strawberry exports remain limited, mainly directed towards the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Projections for 2025 indicate a halving of export volumes. This trend underscores that domestic production is primarily focused on supplying the local market.
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Originally published by Magyar Nemzet in Hungarian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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