Italy: imports from China increased 250%

Tholen – During last year Italy experienced a true invasion of imports from China. Imports from the Asian country increased by 250%. According to the Italian confederation of growers, CIA, the market is flooded with tomato pulp, apples, pears, garlic and onions, all from China. It is feared also Chinese wine will start flooding the Italian market, as it could rise to significant proportions. This will be interesting to see where the market heads next.