Due to an overall unprecedented onion shortage, reduced production in most European onion-producing countries has led to increased demand for a small number of high-quality Dutch onions, while red onions are in short supply, causing onion prices to spike in several European markets within a short period of time.
The 2022/23 Dutch onion export season will be a historic year, with reduced volumes but potentially record export values. Dutch onion exports in 2022/23 could exceed $550 million for the first time in history.
According to Jan Franje, an owner of a Dutch onion farm with decades of experience, he believes that the red onion cultivation area has reached its limit, but he is not worried: "As long as there is demand, there will be a market." Franje said that the red onion cultivation area has reached its limit. Prices are still higher than yellow onions, but that is changing.
Also, this year's onions are smaller due to climate reasons, but buyers are more interested in larger (over 60 mm) red onions. “Size is key with red onions and there is always more demand for larger products. Supply has lagged behind demand this season, so larger onions are more expensive.
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