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Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices - Week 7

Late-season apple prices drop 34% while pears and red cabbage see slight price increases

The average price of Braeburn apples this week is £1.23 per kilogram, showing a slight increase from last week's average of £1.19 per kilogram. This represents a weekly change of 3% increase in price. This minor fluctuation suggests stable market conditions for Braeburn apples, with no significant disruptions affecting supply or demand.


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For other late-season apples, there has been a notable drop in price. The current average stands at £1.21 per kilogram, a sharp decline from the previous week's £1.82 per kilogram. This results in a weekly price reduction of £0.61, marking a 34% decrease. The significant price drop indicates either an increased supply of late-season apples or a decline in consumer demand, potentially due to seasonal factors or market shifts.

In contrast, Conference pears have experienced a price increase, with the average rising from £1.31 per kilogram last week to £1.36 per kilogram this week. This £0.05 increase translates to a 4% growth, suggesting stronger demand or a tighter supply. Similarly, red cabbage saw an increase from £0.56 per kilogram to £0.59 per kilogram, marking a weekly rise of 4%. The significant price surge for red cabbage may indicate supply constraints or heightened demand, possibly driven by seasonal consumption patterns.

For more information:
Gov UK
Tel: +44 (0)7920 073612
Email: prices@defra.gov.uk
www.gov.uk

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