Poland pear processors resume purchases amid falling prices

Industrial pear processors in Poland are resuming purchases as the Conference pear harvest begins. While demand for raw material is increasing, market rates have declined compared to the previous month.

In early August, industrial pear prices ranged from 0.60 to 0.65 PLN/kg. As of early September, prices at selected collection points have dropped to approximately 0.50 PLN/kg. This decrease is attributed to a higher supply of smaller fruit. Janusz Kamiński of Kamfruit noted that while small pears are abundant, there is uncertainty regarding whether the supply will increase drastically at these lower rates.