GLOBAL EXPORT MARKET REVIEW WITH DR GODWIN OYEFESO ON TOMATOES

Germany: Tomato supply broadens as season nears end

In Germany, the tomato market is seeing broad availability from multiple countries as seasons conclude. Prices for meat, vine, and round tomatoes are significantly higher than last year.

A wide range of products was available, with participation from numerous countries. In addition to the main importers, the Netherlands and Belgium, Spain and Italy now played only a secondary role, as their campaigns near completion. Imports from Turkey and Morocco also declined steadily with the approach of the end of the season.

Meat tomatoes are currently significantly more expensive than during the same period last year. The same trend applies to vine tomatoes and round tomatoes.

France: Tomato prices fall after early April rise

France experienced a price rise in early April due to limited southern European supply, followed by a decline as production ramped up across Europe. Increased volumes from Morocco, Spain, and the Benelux countries contributed to the drop.

The tomato market had a dynamic start to April in France. Low production in southern Europe and mild weather across much of Europe led to a rise in prices, particularly for French-origin tomatoes.

This week, however, the situation has reversed, with less fluid sales and a shift in weather conditions. European production has intensified, with increased volumes of tomatoes arriving from Morocco, Spain, and the Benelux countries. As sales have declined, prices have also fallen.