- The broad bean season has just begun, but the beginning is full of record prices that surprise many buyers throughout Poland.
- Currently, we can pay even more than PLN 50 per kilogram of this popular vegetable, which is the result of the short season and unfavorable weather conditions.
- Find out when the prices of broad beans will drop and what to replace this vegetable with so as not to overpay during the peak season!
Expensive at broad bean prices! It is rapidly increasing in price and costs a lot
in Poland it does not last long. It starts in mid-June and ends in the last days of August. The short season means that the prices of this popular legume are not among the lowest. Experts indicate that we are entering the most critical phase for broad bean prices. The beginning of the season, as well as losses related to weather conditions, increase wholesale prices. Prices in wholesalers and grocery stores even exceed PLN 50 per kilogram, broad beans are slightly cheaper in supermarkets and discount stores, where you can buy them for about PLN 20. Specialists from the website farmer.pl emphasize that in the case of broad beans, we are entering the most significant period, which will determine prices for the entire season. It is estimated that broad beans will be the cheapest in the peak season, i.e. at the end of July. During this period, the price per kilogram should drop to as much as PLN 15-20 per kilogram.
Broad beans cost a fortune. What to replace it with?
increases its prices. Experts indicate that it is better to wait a few more weeks before going on a shopping spree. Broad beans in salads can be replaced with cheaper alternatives. Chefs especially recommend white beans. It is much cheaper. You’ll pay a few zlotys for a can of white beans, and you can use them in many ways. White beans, like broad beans, have a creamy and neutral flavor. Perfect as an addition to salads, soups and sauces. It is a rich source of fiber, as well as potassium, iron and B vitamins. White beans have a low glycemic index, which stabilizes blood sugar levels.
Vegetable market in Bronisze. What is getting cheaper and what is getting more expensive?
The season for fresh fruit is not only about broad beans. Currently, the biggest price drops concern strawberries. According to farmer.pl, strawberry prices have dropped by almost half in the last week. The greater availability of Polish raspberries from tunnel crops caused raspberry prices to fall. Currently, you can buy these delicious fruits for about PLN 70.00 per kilogram. The situation is similar with blackberries, those grown under cover also cost around PLN 70.00.
End of the asparagus season. You have to hurry
The end is fast approaching! You still have a maximum of 2-3 weeks to enjoy fresh Polish asparagus. Producers estimate that the asparagus harvest will last only for a short time. Currently, asparagus prices remain stable, ranging around PLN 20.00–24.00/kg. However, experts predict that the availability of asparagus will drop dramatically in mid-June. This market deficit will naturally cause prices to rise, signaling the farewell to the asparagus season. This is the last call to stock up on these spring delicacies before asparagus becomes more expensive and disappears from the shelves!
