Sultanas: prices continue to fall

February 25, 2025 at 11:41 AM , Der AUDITOR
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MANISA. Despite raw material prices being stable, exporters have again lowered their prices for sultanas. With Ramadan about to start the market should remain quiet.

Manisa has witnessed a very cold week with frost and temperatures below freezing, which is still very welcome for this time of year. Forecasts state that temperatures will range at 9-15C (48-59F) during the day and at 2-10C (36-50F) at night this week with increases and rain expected as of Wednesday.

The vineyards are in a normal state and the market has remained stable. With Ramadan starting on 1 March things should remain calm until the end of the month when the vineyards reawaken and a better overview can be attained. Despite the fact that raw material prices are fluctuating in a

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