Blue poppy seeds: prices continue to fall

December 10, 2020 at 10:33 AM , Der AUDITOR
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CHRUDIM/MADRID. After last week's surprising price cuts failed to boost sales noticeably, there were further declines. This calls speculators on the scene.

Further massive price drops expected

Last week, Czech traders and farmers surprised the market with noticeable price cuts, which usually do not take place until January. In order to complete some more sales, this measure was brought forward. But that was obviously not enough, because compared to last week, prices have once again fallen significantly and have currently settled at the low level of EUR 1.75/kg FCA Czech Republic. Market players report that it is easy to get hold of goods and that the quality is also convincing. However, there is still no demand. The lo

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