Vegetable supply down 30-40% in Taiwan, recovery expected by September

Taiwan’s Ministry of Agriculture has reported a 30–40% decline in vegetable supply, following crop damage from Typhoon Danas in July and heavy rains that disrupted harvesting and replanting later in the month. While high-altitude and greenhouse production has been less affected, overall availability remains tight.

In response, authorities worked with farmer groups to release refrigerated stocks to supermarkets and wholesale markets, while also supporting the processing of frozen vegetables such as tomatoes, zucchini, carrots, broccoli, and edamame. Despite the shortfall, wholesale cabbage prices in Taipei have held between NT$20–35 (USD 0.67–1.17) per kilogram, with retail prices at major chains largely stable.

Leafy greens from Taoyuan, kale, sprouts, and root vegetables have remained in normal supply, and imports continue without disruption. Officials expect leafy vegetable output to gradually recover from early September, as long as no further severe weather occurs following Typhoon Podul’s passage.

source: taiwannews.com

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