Apples prices could double

The embargo has prohibited access to the Russian market apples in Poland which accounted for 40 % of imported apples.

This depletion of supply will cause price inflation. An official of ROA (Russian Orchard Association), Igor Mukhanin , expects prices will rise from 30 to 40 rubles ( 0.57 to 0.76 euro ) to probably 60 rubles ( 1.14 euros ) for one kilo of apples by the beginning of next year.

This price increase should start to operate next month, imports from Poland usually beginning in November -December.

source : the moscow times