April 07, 2025 | Industry News
April 2025 Regional Market Report News
Crop Updates
Kalamata Olives
The outlook for the Kalamata olive harvest is positive across key producing nations, including Greece, Spain, and Tunisia. After a challenging Greek harvest in 2023, this strong forecast is expected to support the category’s recovery.
Artichokes
Ideal growing conditions in major artichoke-producing regions indicate a strong harvest. With these favorable yields, we anticipate more than adequate supply throughout the season.
Global Supply Chain and Logistics Updates
A Potential Plateau for Imports
Import container volumes remain strong, but even prior to the April 2 announcement, concerns over tariffs are beginning to take shape in future forecasts. February 2025 imports saw nearly a 5% increase compared to the same month last year. Whether this reflects strong shipper demand or a rush to move goods ahead of potential tariff impacts remains unclear. Looking ahead, most carriers have postponed Peak Season Surcharges and General Rate Increases, signaling caution about softer volumes in the coming months.