vegetable import

Unlocking Serbia’s vegetable export potential: Challenges, opportunities and the path forward

Serbia's vegetable production spans approximately 87,000 hectares, with last year's exports reaching 126,616 tons valued at 134.6 million euros. Notably, frozen sweet corn, peas, and peppers, as well as fresh and processed cucumbers, were the primary exports. Despite this, Serbia continues to import potatoes, tomatoes, and beans, spending 185.8 million euros on vegetable imports. Experts believe there's room to boost exports, especially in processed vegetables, by restructuring production, adopting advanced cultivation and processing technologies, and refining incentives for intensive agriculture.…