WA STONEFRUIT report
Market West
THROUGHPUT REPORT
The throughput report figures are made up of solely WA grown fruit sold through the Canning Vale Markets. All other sales by direct engagement between growers, and the public or other wholesales are not part of the figures.
Words Ross Anile, Project Officer and Value Chain Facilitator, WA Stonefruit
THERE has been an increase in sales from 2022–23 to 2023–24 growing seasons (see Figure 1).
• 10% increase in nectarines and plum sales.
• 35% increase in cherry sales.
• 10% decrease in apricot sales, due to the adverse effects of an extreme summer 2023–24.
• Peaches where on par with the previous year.
Considering the adverse summer of 2023–24 that did impact the quantity and quality of produce presented for sale, the figures were still encouraging.
“ Returns for the 2022–23 and 2023–24 were also encouraging and heading into a more positive territory. ”
FIGURE 1 PERTH MARKETS STONEFRUIT THROUGHPUT REPORT
Source: Market West
As we are all aware, input costs are continuing to rise due to inflationary and supply chain pressures.
The work commenced by the federal members of parliament and industry representative groups, to begin an honest and frank dialogue in assisting the agricultural farming sector to receive a fairer return for effort and goods supplied, was greatly appreciated.
All parties, especially the major retailers must assist in paying a fair price for produce to guarantee the sustainability of our farming sector which leads onto a secure food supply solution for today and the future.
By ensuring a reasonable return to farmers for effort, then this will encourage the possibility of younger people joining the agricultural sector as new entrants or through succession planning.