High prices of early fruit and vegetables in Serbian markets are a consequence of low yields caused by adverse weather conditions. Producers are testing the market with prices, leading to some crops, such as apricots and strawberries, reaching prices comparable to meat. Veljko Jovanović, advisor to the President of the Serbian Chamber of Commerce, emphasizes that climate change and extreme weather events significantly affect yields and prices, and similar problems are expected in the future. The quality of plantations and yield stability can help stabilize prices, but it is currently difficult to predict how the situation will develop during the season.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning sources emphasize the impact of climate change and extreme weather on agricultural yields and food prices, highlighting the need for sustainable agricultural practices and government support for farmers to mitigate these effects.
Center: Center-leaning sources report the facts about high prices due to low yields caused by weather conditions, focusing on market dynamics where producers test prices and the unpredictability of future seasons, without strong political framing.
Right: Right-leaning sources may focus on the market mechanisms and producers’ role in setting prices, emphasizing individual responsibility and the challenges of supply and demand, possibly downplaying climate change as a factor.
