Vegetables

Vegetable Imports to Russia Grew in Q1 of 2020

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In Q1 2020 Russia imported 575,200 MT of vegetables worth $583.5 million. In volume terms, imports increased by 1.1% compared to the same period in 2019, while in monetary terms it was up 8.9%.

During the first quarter of 2020, vegetables were imported to Russia from 96 countries. The main exporting countries were China, Turkey, Israel and Egypt.

Tomatoes make the largest share in Russia’s vegetable imports. During the first 3 months of 2020, thy account for 154,300 MT (+5.8%) worth $200.9 million (+8.9%). The major exporters of tomatoes to Russia were Turkey, Azerbaijan, Morocco, and China.

Imports of peppers increased by 15.5% to 58,800 MT worth $86.7 million, up 22.6%. The largest volumes came from Israel, China, and Turkey. Imports of cabbage amounted to 52,800 MT (-14.7%), worth $29.2 million (-6.7%). Most of these products came in from China and Uzbekistan.

Import of onions and garlic decreased by 11.7% down to 44,600 MT worth $41.3 million, up 19.7%. Onions and garlic were mainly imported from China, the Netherlands, and Egypt.

Egypt was the major exporter of potatoes to Russia in the first quarter of 2020, accounting for more than 90% of deliveries in both volume and monetary terms. During the reporting period, 44,500 MT (+8%) of potatoes worth $17.6 million were imported.

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Russia Imported Less Fruit and Vegetables in 2019

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Russian imports of fresh fruit and vegetable have seen a recovery in recent years after introducing the boycott on food products from the European Union, USA and some other countries in 2014. However, in 2019, these imports declined again. Compared to 2018, 4% fewer fruit and vegetables were imported.

The import of fresh vegetables remained at the same level as in 2018. Fresh fruit imports shrank by 5%. There was a sharp decline in the import of apples, pears, and peaches/nectarines. These fell by 17, 16, and 15%, respectively.

Mandarins are the second most imported fruit in Russia. Imports of this citrus fruit have never been as high as they were last year. The import of the major product groups such as tomatoes, oranges, and grapes was less.

Russia imported 7 million MT of fresh fruit and vegetables last year. Compared to the years before the import ban, this is 1,5 million MT less. This volume still makes Russia the third-largest importer of fresh fruit and vegetables. In first and second places are the United States and Germany.

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Tyumen region to build greenhouse for 2.2 billion Roubles

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The Tyumen branch of one of Russia’s banks is funding the construction of the largest greenhouse complex for growing vegetables in the region. According to the press service of the Tyumen government, the project, initiated by the company Technology Hothouse Growth LLC, will make use of the latest high-tech Dutch greenhouse technology. The first stage is scheduled for September 2014 and it will enable Tyumen to increase the volumes and quality of its greenhouse production.

The complex will be located 38 kilometres from Tyumen, in the village of Narimanovo, and has an area of 11 hectares, of which 7.5 hectares will be devoted to cucumbers, 2.5 hectares for tomatoes and 1 hectare for lettuce and seedlings. The project budget is of more than 2.2 billion Roubles, of which 1.9 billion will be loaned by banks.

“This ambitious project is very significant for the Tyumen region, as not only will it permit the uninterrupted supply of vegetables for the area, but will also create more than 180 jobs,” said the director of the Tyumen regional branch of the bank funding the project, Dmitry Pushkarev.

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Pesticide nitrates are detected in 600 tons of fruits and vegetables in Russia

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According to the latest data, Russian toxic substance control service has examined more than 600 tons of fruits and vegetables imported to the domestic market. Due to inspection results, violations of standards were detected in 27 lots of fruits including 120 tons of tomatoes, 120 tons of marrows and 220 tons of apples. The acceptable nitrates level was several times exceeded. Most of low quality products were delivered from Turkey and Poland.

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Russian greenhouse vegetables increased in 2013

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Russia’s greenhouse vegetable cultivation industry in 2013 is on the rise. The greenhouse vegetable production has increased by 6.7% in 2013 as compared with 2012. According to the Russian Federation National Bureau of Statistics, the total output growth rate is the highest in the region of Ural in 2013 with an increase of 28%.

Vegetable greenhouses in the Volga Federal District have maintained a leading position in vegetable production in 2013. With a production output of 184,000 tons, they produce tomatoes, cucumbers and green vegetables.

Analysts in the Russian Central Federal District indicated that the greenhouse market situation is developing and consumer demands are increasing. More investors are investing in the vegetable greenhouses in the south of Russia. They estimate that in the next three years, the industrial greenhouses and vegetable production southern Russia will be significantly improve and develop.

Currently most of the fresh vegetables in Russia have been imported from abroad. High demand for fresh fruits and vegetable normally come from the capital city of Moscow during the low season.

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Russian fruit & vegetable imports saw continued growth in 2013

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The Russian import market of fresh fruit and vegetables in 2013 was worth 8.2 billion dollars (6.2 billion Euro). Two years before it was 7.7 billion dollars. In 2011 and 2012 the value was 5.5 and 6.0 billion Euro respectively. Volume comparisons show last year figures at 8.4 million ton, compared to 8 in 2012 and 8.3 in 2011. Previous years showed imports increasing sharply.

Apples and bananas are the two major products which are imported to Russia. Apple import continued to grow in 2013 but banana import was more modest. Tomatoes, the third import product showed good growth as did fourth place, soft citrus, then a number of products follow which reached a peak in 2011 but in recent years have fallen, these are oranges, pears, grapes and carrots. Onion import in 2013 was also seen to have been previously higher.

Ecuador is the most important supplier of fresh fruit and vegetables. This is mostly due to the banana. Ecuadorian bananas have a free monopoly on the Russian banana market. Turkey is the other massive supplier of fresh fruit and vegetables to Russia but import is not longer growing. Poland is rising as third supplier. Almost three quarters of Polish deliveries consists of apples. China follows in fourth place but their import shows a falling trend and apples, soft citrus and tomatoes are their most important products. Spanish import, number 5, has stabilised after a short spurt in 2013. The main Spanish products going to Russia are peaches/nectarines and tomatoes. Morocco also supply soft citrus, and Israel are a large supplier of products such as carrots and peppers.

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Possible ban from Russia big problem for EU exporters

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With Russia being a large importer of fresh produce, the current political situation between European nations and Russia could have significant ramifications for European exporters. The threat that the political climate could negatively impact their business has many European shippers hoping for a quick resolution to any political issues EU countries and Russia may have.

“If Russia bans any European produce, then it’s obvious that this will be a big problem for exporters currently working with Russia,” said Eric Guasch, President of AFRAA, an organization dedicated to promoting trade between the two nations. AFRAA is already working to lift the Russian ban on European potatoes and pork, and any further restrictions on European products would further hurt the continent’s shippers.

As for Israeli exporters, any action taken by Russia would only have an impact on some commodities, explained Rafi Zuri of Galil Export in Israel.Also Spanish kaki fruit from Spain would suffer, which will probably be a benefit for Sharon  fruit from Israel in winter, as they compete on persimmon during the winter. Other commodities wouldn’t have an advantage. Part of that has to do with the competition Israeli exporters face from Turkish exporters. Because products from Turkey are cheaper, and the Russian market prioritizes low-priced produce.

But throughout most of Europe, worries are much more prevalent, and the feeling is that any ban would eventually hurt Russia as well as Europe. Because of the potential impacts the current situation could unleash on those working in the fresh produce trade in both countries, everyone hopes political tensions can be resolved quickly.

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2013 tough year for Russian fresh produce imports

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Due to a number of factors, 2013 was a difficult year for many of Russia’s fruit and vegetable suppliers. Bad weather negatively impacted some crops while restrictions on fresh produce shipments to Russia from several regions of origin limited supplies. Many companies in Moscow also experienced problems with fresh produce storage when one of the biggest warehouse complexes in the city was closed. Negative changes in consumer behaviour and purchasing power also became evident at the end of the year.

According to data from the Federal Customs Service, imports of fruit, nuts and dried fruit to Russia in 2013 remained roughly equal to 2012 levels – amounting to 6.19 million MT or $6.26 billion. Compared to the previous year’s figures (6.16 million MT, $6.28 billion), the volume of imported fruit increased by 0.4 percent and the value decreased by 0.35 percent. Imports of vegetables over the same period grew more intensively. The gross import volume of vegetables reached 2.90 million MT, or $2.80 billion, exceeding the volume and value of 2012 by 6.3 percent and 12.4 percent, respectively.

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Russian growers want to grow pineapples in new greenhouse

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In Russia’s Far East region “Dalnevostochnoye” a new 18 ha greenhouse has been built with the support of the local government. The greenhouse is not completely new, it is an existing structure that has been reconstructed for 5.54 million Euro. Half of the cost of the revamp was government support, the other half was paid with money from the bank.

The new greenhouse will cultivate vegetables that are popular with locals: leafy greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, several varieties of lettuce, including exotic (Swiss) chard and salad rocket, parsley, basil, dill and others.

The director of the complex also announced that they will try to grow something unusual for the region, such as pineapples. “The technologies we use will allow us to grow anything because we have all the tools to create any climate we desire.”

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Potato prices are 1.5 times higher

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Retail prices for potato are higher by almost 1.5 times in contrast with last year.

The retail price of fresh potatoes in Moscow stores and vegetable markets broke all records of last year. In mid-November, residents of the capital and its suburbs are buying potatoes for approximately 27-35 rubles per kilogram. Minimum prices are suggested by retail chains “Auchan”, “Dixie” and “Pyatyorochka”, where you can find native potatoes 18-22 rubles per kilogram. The quality and vendibility of vegetables in grocery discounters cannot be called even satisfactory.

High prices of potatoes this season arise from several factors: the rainy weather in the harvest season, a poor harvest national average, and imposed ban on imports for phytosanitary reasons.

Every year in Russia, according to the Agriculture Ministry of Russian Federation, it is grown about 30 million tons of potatoes, 25 million tons of which belong to private households and are not intended for sale. The remaining 5-5.5 million tons are not enough for the commodity turnover and industrial processing. According to the Federal Customs Service of Russian Federation, the country still imports about 400,000 tons of potatoes a year. The main importers for Russia are the producers of the Netherlands and Germany.

 

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