Market situation in the Northern Hemisphere, week 47 – 2013 (November 22)

Avocados

In North America, the U.S. market was moderate with price adjustments.

In Europe, new price adjustments were recorded for Chilean Hass avocados on the continent. In the U.K., a moderate market was seen for Chilean avocados.

In the U.S., moderate market and price adjustments. In Europe, new price adjustments were recorded for the Chilean Hass on Continent. In the UK, moderate market for Chilean avocados.

Blueberries

In North America, moderate sales were seen in the U.S. with stable market prices.

In Europe, price adjustments continued for foreign supply, however sales activity was still considered moderate.

In Asia, the first sales of Chilean blueberries were recorded with high prices.

Grapes

In North America, Brazilian supply was taking more market share in the U.S. with higher prices.

In Europe and in the U.K., the market was still active with strong prices, especially for red seedless varieties with lower volumes. In Russia, the market was well-supplied by Italian Red Globes and a slow movement was seen for Peruvian supply.

In Asia, the market was still supplied by U.S. fruit with good activity and steady prices.

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