Despite record rises in farm input costs, vegetable and potato prices in Australia have remained stable over the last two years. According to the most recent data from Harvest to Home, retail prices for produce have remained at pre-pandemic levels while growers face increases of more than 40 per cent in fertilizer, chemical and fuel costs, and increases by more than 20 per cent in wages and even airfares.
The industry is clear: for growers to receive a fair price for their produce, vegetable and potato prices must increase. AUSVEG is calling on retailers and buyers to ensure that farmgate prices that growers receive for their produce better reflect the current economic climate to ensure the financial viability of vegetable and potato producers.
Source: ausveg.com.au