(MENAFN) Poland has continued to import Russian vegetables despite EU sanctions against Moscow, according to Berliner Zeitung. The wholesale market in the Polish town of Bronisze, on the outskirts of Warsaw, is said to be constantly receiving dozens of trucks loaded with Russian cucumbers and tomatoes. The cucumbers are priced at 55 zloty ($12.48) for 5 kilos, which is lower than the cost of EU-produced vegetables.
The price of vegetables has been rising in Poland in recent months, with local farmers struggling to meet higher energy costs to power their greenhouses. Official statistics show annual inflation in Poland was 18.4% in February, the highest since 1996 and one of the highest levels in the EU. Food prices and energy costs are rising at the fastest pace. The price increase has led to a reported 31% growth in shoplifting at food stores in Poland.
EU sanctions do not ban Russian food imports. Products primarily intended for human consumption are exempt from export and import restrictions, according to the European Council. However, many countries have stopped trading with Russian exporters during the past year. Additionally, some sanctions have made financial transactions with Russian entities and the transportation of goods from Russia difficult.
In conclusion, Poland's continued importation of Russian vegetables highlights the challenges that EU sanctions against Russia face. While sanctions do not ban Russian food imports, many countries have stopped trading with Russian exporters. The rising price of vegetables in Poland has led to a reported increase in shoplifting at food stores. The situation underscores the importance of finding sustainable solutions to meet rising energy costs and ensuring that EU sanctions are effective in achieving their intended goals.
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