Fruit prices in Ukraine continue to rise in 2025, with some increasing by up to 80% compared to last year. The highest price jumps are seen in apples, pears, and mandarins.
According to IndexBox, domestic fruit production fell by 3-5% in 2024 due to summer droughts and higher irrigation costs. Apple harvests in southern regions dropped by 15-20%, pushing wholesale prices up to €0.60–0.68 per kilogram.
The energy crisis has worsened the situation. Due to Russian attacks on infrastructure, producers rely on diesel generators to cool storage facilities, tripling storage costs. The Economic Discussion Club estimates that storing apples in refrigerated warehouses now costs up to €0.12 per kilogram per month.
Imported fruit prices have risen by 8-15% due to currency depreciation and higher customs duties. Banana prices dropped by 8% in January 2025 compared to December but rebounded to €0.78 per kilogram by late February. Suppliers from Turkey, Ecuador, and Greece raised prices by 10-12% due to higher shipping costs caused by the Red Sea blockade.
In March 2025, experts predict that apple prices will reach €0.72–0.80 per kilogram, pears will cost €0.67–0.72, and mandarins may rise to €1.55–1.67 per kilogram. Imported strawberries from Greece and Spain are expected to cost €2.86–3.58 per kilogram.
Source: help.hvylya.net