Greek Fruit and Vegetable Exports Surge

Greek fruit and vegetable exports continue their upward trajectory, according to data analyzed by the Association of Greek Fruit, Vegetable, and Juice Exporters, Incofruit Hellas.

Export Trends and Figures

The export flow of oranges remains stable, reaching 254,155 tons—a rise of 8.5% compared to the same period last year. Mandarins, on the other hand, recorded a significant 13.7% increase, totaling 151,413 tons in the 2023/24 period.

Kiwi exports also showed a positive trend, rising by 6.6% to 196,055 tons between September 1, 2024, and March 28, 2025, compared to 172,108 tons during the previous year.

Strawberry exports saw a slight increase of 0.4%, estimated at 33,100 tons from early 2025 until March 28, compared to 33,000 tons in the 2023/24 period.

Apple exports continued at a slow pace, but with a notable 59.1% increase, reaching 45,084 tons between September 1, 2024, and March 28, 2025, up from 28,336 tons in the same period last year.

Meanwhile, Greece also imported 3,700 tons of apples in 2025, mainly from Poland, North Macedonia, and Spain.

Cucumber exports increased by 5.6%, reaching 60,037 tons compared to 57,390 tons during the 2023/24 period.

Tomato exports saw a remarkable 30% rise, totaling 16,200 tons from January 1, 2025, to March 28, 2025. The majority of these exports were directed toward Bulgaria, Albania, and Romania.

However, tomato imports also exceeded 1,000 tons, with shipments originating from Spain and Turkey.

Concerns Over Bulgarian Legislation

Greek exporters have expressed concerns over a new draft law in Bulgaria that mandates at least 50% of products in stores to be of Bulgarian origin. The objective of the measure is to reduce consumer prices by 20%.

However, this provision contradicts a fundamental principle of the European Union—the free movement of goods and people within the EU-27.

According to Incofruit Hellas’ special advisor, Greek exporters are urging the Greek government to intervene to prevent the adoption of this legislation, which could severely impact Greek exports to Bulgaria.