As of April 1, apple stocks in Europe were 7.1% below those reported on the same date in 2024, or 1.761 million tons, according to data from the World Apple and Pear Association. The overall decline in major apple producers in Europe reached almost 135 thousand tons, with the largest declines in Poland (with 126 thousand tons), Germany (with 13,772 tons) and Belgium (with 14,809 tons). However, several countries reported an increase in stocks, with Denmark exceeding 5.2 times to 3,790 tons, Switzerland reaching nearly 50%, and the United Kingdom – almost 2 times to 44,551 tons. Ultimately, Italy maintains its leading position in apple stocks in Europe after a modest increase compared to April 1, 2024. to 644,835 tonnes, followed by Poland with 379 thousand tonnes and France with 313,868 tonnes (a decrease of 4.1% year-on-year). Again, as of April 1, pear stocks in Europe had decreased by 9.8% compared to those on the same date in 2024 to 162,952 tonnes, with decreases reported ...