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The exporter of fruits and vegetables GRUVENTA has condemned the decision of Russian President Vladimir Putin, who ordered dated August 6 for one year ban imports of vegetables, fruits and other agricultural products, raw materials and food from countries They seconded sanctions against Russia for its role in the Ukrainian conflict, among which Spain is a member of the European Union (EU).
The Director General of GRUVENTA, Fermín Sánchez Navarro, "the closure of the Russian market is very harmful and causes great harm to the whole Spanish horticultural sector, so we believe it is essential that the Government of Spain intensely working through diplomatic channels to unlock get this close. "
In addition, the holder of GRUVENTA also pointed out that "we can not forget that, between 10 15% of exports of fruits and vegetables in the Spanish geography destinal Russian market, so it is very important to unlock this closure, It is a big blow for the whole industry can not afford that. "
The sector in figures
In 2013 the Spanish export of fresh fruits and vegetables to Russia totaled 230,724 tons, showing a fall of 9.7%.
The value of exports is estimated at 300 million euros, according to data released by FEPEX.
Furthermore, based on the data handled by FEPEX, Tomato is the main vegetable exported to Russia, totaling 37,223 tons in 2013, followed by cucumber and lettuce 14,395 tons 7,710 tons.
Peach, with 35,250 tons, with 33,219 tons tangerine and nectarine with 29,525 tons in 2013, are the main fruits exported from Spain to Russia.
Source: Agencias
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