Low temperatures in southeastern Spain limit broccoli production, but balanced supply and demand keep prices stable through January.

Broccoli prices remain stable despite limited supply caused by persistent cold weather in southeastern Spain.

As the broccoli and cauliflower season progresses, production remains constrained due to low temperatures, a trend expected to continue through the end of the month.

However, prices have not surged, aligning with the current demand levels and maintaining what industry insiders describe as reasonable pricing.

Broccoli prices, according to García Belmonte, remain stable and are expected to hold steady over the coming weeks.

This contrasts with the situation in November, when prices dropped significantly due to several factors, including lower demand, quality issues stemming from excessive rainfall, and reduced interest from the frozen food industry.

“We have had a lower production of brassicas for the last two or three weeks due to the influence of the cold. Agrícola Santa Eulalia specializes in the production and marketing of broccoli, a key crop in the region. For this reason, we would say that the supply is more or less in line with current demand.”

Pedro García Belmonte, Area Manager of Agrícola Santa Eulalia.

These earlier challenges underscored the volatile nature of the produce market, which depends heavily on both climatic conditions and shifting consumer behavior.

The cold weather affecting production has been a persistent factor this season, limiting yields and affecting the availability of brassicas, including broccoli and cauliflower.

However, the balance between supply and demand has helped prevent dramatic price increases.

According to reports, this equilibrium has provided some relief to both producers and consumers, ensuring that prices remain within a reasonable range.