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**Greek Melon Imports Surge Amid EU Seasonal Shift**
**Fresh Greek Melon Demand Boosted by Summer Heatwave**
• Greek melon imports rise 15% in June, year-over-year, driven by seasonal demand.
• Higher temperatures across the Mediterranean have increased domestic consumption of fresh fruit, including watermelons and papayas from Greece.
• Wholesale prices for imported Greek melons are stable at €1.50 per kilogram, reflecting steady supply chain conditions.
Greek melon imports showed a notable increase in June as a heatwave swept across the Mediterranean, boosting demand for fresh produce. The surge in demand came despite a slight decline in EU-wide production of melons and papayas due to cooler spring temperatures. Greek exporters are well-positioned to capitalize on this trend, with their products already popular among European consumers.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1,864,025 | 1,455,189 |
| 2021 | 1,385,402 | 1,332,110 |
| 2022 | 2,407,112 | 1,869,163 |
| 2023 | 1,782,666 | 1,882,529 |
| 2024 | 2,613,387 | 2,022,726 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Albania | 662,459 | 129,749 |
| Netherlands | 563,650 | 883,319 |
| Germany | 343,322 | 391,665 |
| Romania | 212,775 | 67,928 |
| Iran, Islamic Republic of | 200,845 | 103,536 |
| Spain | 167,922 | 202,220 |
| Poland | 102,600 | 19,870 |
| Turkey | 92,260 | 41,067 |
| Czech Republic | 82,080 | 4,104 |
| Uzbekistan | 58,300 | 32,095 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 572,269 | 878,865 |
| Germany | 479,171 | 536,157 |
| Iran, Islamic Republic of | 321,395 | 45,831 |
| Spain | 164,773 | 229,795 |
| Bulgaria | 53,046 | 19,250 |
| Italy | 49,084 | 110,648 |
| Egypt | 46,060 | 18,424 |
| Czech Republic | 27,068 | 17,017 |
| Cyprus | 23,160 | 6,000 |
| Georgia | 19,200 | 7,528 |
