In recent weeks, Europe has seen a significant increase in the supply of cherry tomatoes. While Spain’s campaign is in full swing, continental production under artificial light, led by the Netherlands, is also reaching high levels.
“Historically, demand for cherry tomatoes, and for all food products in general, usually falls after Christmas, but somehow this year it has been a bit more “In the Netherlands, we have also increased the area dedicated to artificial light cultivation from 150 hectares last year to 500 hectares,” says agricultural engineer David Vicario, commercial director at Cualin Quality. .
“Fortunately, that is not the case at Cualin Quality. We specialize in vine cherry tomatoes and have high-tech heated greenhouses, so peak-free production means more robust “We can face the winter campaign with scaffolding.” We have the highest quality varieties available, all of which will help us approach our winter campaign with great confidence.”
“Almeria’s weather conditions, temperature and daylight hours are ideal for the production of tomatoes with the right color and the best organoleptic properties. In fact, these conditions are the reason why this region is now home to tomatoes. ‘Spain’s best tomato grower,’ says David.
When will this trend reverse?
Considering the large supply from various sources, prices have clearly fallen into a downward trend.
“We expect these conditions to continue for some time, at least until balance is restored.The weather we are experiencing, with near-spring-like temperatures and abundant sunshine, is conducive to ripening and growing tomatoes and tomato plants. “The peak production of later plantations will be brought forward. And in the end, we will all be subject to the laws of supply and demand.”
“At least here in Spain, the situation will continue to be difficult for production and prices until the weather gets colder and more wintry. We expect things to return to normal in the first or second week of February. It will be.”
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