**Greek Banana Imports Surge Amid Summer Demand**
**Greece Sees Increased Fresh Fruit Imports to Meet Seasonal Demand**
• Greek banana imports rose by 12.5% in June compared to the same period last year.
• The majority of imported bananas came from major suppliers such as Costa Rica and Ecuador.
• Average wholesale prices for fresh bananas in Greece declined by 8.3% over the past quarter.
Greece’s fresh fruit market has experienced a seasonal uptick, driven by increased demand during the summer months. As a result, imports have surged to meet consumer demand, particularly for popular fruits like bananas. Market analysts point out that Costa Rica and Ecuador remain major suppliers due to their competitive pricing and reliable logistics. While prices have declined slightly over the past quarter, Greek importers appear confident in meeting seasonal demand without significant disruptions.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 206,484,150 | 122,334,222 |
| 2021 | 209,760,313 | 123,429,460 |
| 2022 | 204,858,814 | 141,498,989 |
| 2023 | 223,175,341 | 156,603,289 |
| 2024 | 235,319,192 | 160,900,083 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Ecuador | 208,519,445 | 143,306,989 |
| Costa Rica | 8,260,319 | 5,059,612 |
| Colombia | 8,139,708 | 5,114,341 |
| Italy | 7,117,066 | 5,347,336 |
| Nicaragua | 1,321,717 | 803,443 |
| Guatemala | 1,064,226 | 623,916 |
| Netherlands | 676,594 | 422,819 |
| Cyprus | 66,366 | 50,201 |
| Belgium | 64,973 | 55,296 |
| Bulgaria | 63,115 | 63,310 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Ecuador | 194,432,669 | 138,545,962 |
| Guatemala | 11,428,202 | 6,655,016 |
| Costa Rica | 10,571,184 | 6,572,694 |
| Colombia | 3,649,161 | 2,279,671 |
| Italy | 2,560,616 | 2,123,879 |
| Netherlands | 398,745 | 289,771 |
| Bulgaria | 104,333 | 82,690 |
| Cyprus | 23,672 | 19,643 |
| Spain | 4,635 | 16,895 |
| France | 1,200 | 10,911 |
