**Greece’s Fresh Tomato Imports Surge Amid Peak Season**
**Greek Retailers Stock Up on Fresh Produce for Summer Demand**
• Greek imports of fresh tomatoes rose by 15% in June compared to the same month last year, reaching 23,000 metric tons.
• The increase is largely driven by seasonal demand, as European consumers stock up on fresh produce ahead of the summer months.
• Prices of imported fresh tomatoes have remained stable, averaging around €0.30 per kilogram despite a slight dip in global tomato prices.
Greek retailers are taking advantage of peak season to stock up on fresh produce, including tomatoes, in anticipation of increased demand during the summer months. The country’s imports of fresh tomatoes from major suppliers like Spain and Italy have seen a notable uptick, driven by consumer preferences for locally sourced products during peak season.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 13,625,179 | 10,792,856 |
| 2021 | 19,670,140 | 19,192,117 |
| 2022 | 15,750,278 | 16,407,205 |
| 2023 | 26,076,670 | 27,771,520 |
| 2024 | 30,073,160 | 34,863,592 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | 16,489,808 | 16,048,670 |
| Poland | 4,456,334 | 5,632,385 |
| Netherlands | 2,952,195 | 5,521,598 |
| Belgium | 1,693,228 | 2,491,011 |
| Bulgaria | 1,275,483 | 1,535,191 |
| XS | 1,128,738 | 811,498 |
| Germany | 665,860 | 1,270,734 |
| Italy | 331,118 | 648,840 |
| Spain | 325,462 | 396,125 |
| Albania | 267,327 | 239,510 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | 11,278,067 | 11,011,122 |
| Poland | 4,742,070 | 4,854,631 |
| Netherlands | 3,098,067 | 4,639,498 |
| Belgium | 2,240,521 | 2,370,657 |
| XS | 1,326,005 | 1,048,478 |
| Albania | 1,176,141 | 895,207 |
| Bulgaria | 1,078,988 | 1,354,900 |
| Italy | 358,235 | 782,641 |
| Macedonia | 273,715 | 169,522 |
| Germany | 188,384 | 335,198 |
