Hungarian melons are becoming significantly more expensive

By: Trademagazin editor Date: 2022. 05. 24. 11:40

Compared to last year’s price, the price of Hungarian melons may increase by 30-40 percent this year, and its price per kilo is not expected to fall below 170-180 forints in the high season, Agroinform told MTI on Tuesday.

Melons can become more expensive on an annual basis

The summary of the agricultural portal mainly explains the increase in production costs and the decrease in the production area. Watermelons were grown domestically last year on 3,500 hectares, but this year on just 3,000 hectares, due to labor shortages and sales uncertainties. Rising production, transport and labor costs are also causing prices to rise. (MTI)