South Africa is transitioning in tomato supply from the North to the South with low volumes that are set to increase in December. In the Netherlands, 70% of the winter production consists of vine tomatoes, while the remaining 30% includes cherry tomatoes and other smaller varieties. Dutch production, on the other hand, does not meet expectations due to poor quality and is therefore not welcome. On pricing, roma tomatoes are in the mid-$20; round tomatoes are slightly higher; greenhouse tomatoes have a wider range in pricing. European demand is still weak, according to one Moroccan exporter, which reduces prices for tomatoes on the export market as well as on the local market.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 22, 2024 15:25 UTC