Alternative fruit markets sought

Polish Radio Jedynka has interviewed Marek Sawicki, the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development regarding the state of affairs in the Polish fruit farming sector. "Agricultural exports to Russia amounted to €1.3 billion last year," exclaimed Sawicki. Sawicki also said that this year's apple crop will be sold to alternative markets in Asia and South America among others. China, Ukraine and Chile are buying Polish apples, "but these batches will be sold at lower prices." Furthermore, Sawicki is considering a request for a third EU fund for farmers hard-hit by the Russian embargo of Polish fruit and vegetables.