The Hungarian Watermelon Season Is Starting Earlier This Year – A Strong Harvest Is Expected
Summer is in full swing, and this year the warm weather has also brought the Hungarian watermelon season forward. Based on feedback from producers, Hungarian watermelon is expected to appear on the market in larger quantities earlier than usual, making this the right time for buyers to prepare for the ordering period. This season looks […]
The Heatwave Has Started the Cucumber Season – Now Is the Right Time to Order in Large Quantities
The extremely hot weather of the past few weeks, with temperatures reaching around 40°C in some areas, has significantly accelerated the cucumber season. As a result, the season has started earlier and more intensively than usual, and fresh Hungarian cucumbers are now available in larger quantities. This is especially good news for buyers, wholesalers, food […]
Cherry and sour cherry season begins: Tight sour cherry supply, balanced sweet cherry market expected
The 2026 sour cherry and sweet cherry season has begun in Hungary, and the first market trends are already clearly visible for buyers in the processing industry. While the sour cherry season is characterized by significant crop losses and tight supply, the sweet cherry market currently appears to be more balanced. Weak sour cherry crop […]
Stone Fruit Crop Forecast 2026: Severe Yield Reductions and Price Increases Expected
The 2026 season has presented severe challenges for domestic stone fruit growers. Successive frost waves in April and early May caused extensive damage to sour cherry and plum orchards, with this year’s total volume projected to fall drastically below historical averages. Experts and growers alike estimate that only approximately 40% of the standard crop volume […]
Pea Season 2026: Shrinking Cultivation Areas and Volatile Yield Forecasts
The 2026 season has presented severe challenges for domestic stone fruit growers. Successive frost waves in April and early May caused extensive damage to sour cherry and plum orchards, with this year’s total volume projected to fall drastically below historical averages. Experts and growers alike estimate that only approximately 40% of the standard crop volume […]
Peas and Sweet Corn – Sowing Season Begins with Promising Outlook
One of the most important stages of the spring field season is the sowing of peas and sweet corn, which is beginning these days across agricultural areas. Both crops play a significant role in the food processing industry, making their production outlook particularly important for market participants. Weather conditions so far this season have created […]
Expected Yield Outlook for Stone Fruits – Could This Finally Be a Good Harvest Year?
Weather conditions so far in the 2026 fruit season present an encouraging outlook. For both producers and market participants, it is good news that winter and early spring have so far provided ideal conditions for fruit orchards. If the weather remains favorable in the coming weeks, the prospects for a strong fruit season are becoming […]
Chinese Cabbage – A Fresh Spring Specialty Arriving on the Market
The range of fresh spring vegetables will soon expand with a special and highly versatile ingredient: the harvest of Chinese cabbage is about to begin, and it may become one of the most sought-after vegetables of the spring season. With its fresh, crisp texture and slightly sweet flavor, this vegetable is popular not only in […]
Canned Products – What Should You Consider When Procuring?
Preserved fruits, pickles, and canned products were once considered winter staples stored in household pantries. Today, thanks to modern food processing technologies, a wide range of high-quality products is available. But what should you pay attention to when purchasing canned vegetables and fruits, especially when procuring larger volumes? Why are canned products so popular? One […]
Fresh vegetables and fruits – What should you consider when procuring?
Fresh vegetables and fruits are the foundation of a healthy diet, but what, when, and how we purchase them makes a significant difference. Below is a summary of the key procurement considerations that ensure reliable, high-quality products in a sustainable, long-term framework. Origin and traceability One of the key issues in procurement is product origin […]