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Let-tuce discuss the shortages.
from FSA #64
by Fresh State
We’ve had one of the wettest winters yet and with that brings some issues for the growers and wholesalers of Australian produce.
Growers often get the most out of their fruit and vegetables during winter, however, there has been a pushback with planting and harvesting crops due to the cooler temperatures and input costs, causing these recent produce shortages. One of the most affected vegetables is lettuce and the prices of lettuce surged due to the shortage. In parts of the country, lettuce rose to $12 a piece. The prices are looking like they will be reducing in the coming months but still higher than we’d like. Lettuce isn’t the only one affected, produce such as zucchinis, capsicum, green beans, spinach, tomatoes’, asian leafy greens, berries, and spring onions are expecting shortages and prices on the rise. The shortage of produce unfortunately can’t be helped, in some circumstances this is due to floods and bad weather. Inflation has impacted the prices of so many kitchen staples, however not all fresh produce is being caused by the same factors. Inflation pressures are impacted by supply-side issues, this could be high fuel prices or the cost of fertiliser and freight. There has been a 4.3% increase from March 2021 to March 2022. The prices have fallen for some but increasing for others. When there is a good supply of the produce, the availability goes up therefore allowing a better price for consumers, some winter favourites such as potato, sweet potato and pumpkin remain at steady prices. Everyone remains resilient while we wait for better weather in the next couple of months for the sake of the growers, wholesalers, buyers, and consumers.
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