The summer sun in the Czech Republic means that there has been a decline in crops, which has brought higher prices.
Last month, potatoes were being sold for CZK 9.77 ($0.41 USD) whilst this month they are being charged CZK 14.79 ($0.62 USD), which is a considerable increase for households. Peter Havel, analyst, says potatoes were hit the hardest this season, with this year's harvest down by as much as half in some areas.
However, it is not just the potatoes that have suffered, there are also reports in North Moravia that cabbage production has declined by 80 percent this season, compared to last year.
Vegetable prices still have the possibility of rising by another 10 percent with the onset of winter. Havel has said no more hikes are likely except in the case of potatoes. The Czech Republic has been dependent on imported fruit and vegetables for 3 years and it is suggested that this year will be no different.
However, apple production has risen this year, producing 140,000 tonnes of apples. It was the highest production since 2009, despite the expectation that it would reach 10 times largest than what was actually achieved. Pear production is seeing a similar situation.
Despite the number being low, the summer sun helped with the taste and the sugar within the fruit making it better quality.
