Kyiv's First Strawberries of the Season Arrive with Prices Ranging from 190 to 599 Hryvnias per Kilo

Strawberry Season Kicks Off in Kyiv

According to Главком: The first strawberries of the season have appeared in Kyiv's markets in late March, signaling the start of the popular berry's annual arrival. For consumers looking for the best deals, prices vary significantly depending on the retailer.

Price Comparison Across Retailers

• The lowest price for strawberries has been found at street vendors near the 'Kharkivska' metro station, at 190 UAH per kilogram.
• Major supermarket chains show a different pricing landscape:
• The Varus chain offers strawberries for 299.90 UAH per kilogram;
• At 'Silpo', loose strawberries cost 349 UAH per kg, while pre-packaged 250g trays are priced at 99 UAH;
• In 'Fora' stores, 250g of strawberries can be purchased for 99.90 UAH;
• The highest price is observed at Metro, where a kilogram package under the Metro Chef brand costs 599 UAH.
• As of today, strawberries are not yet available in the 'ATB' and Novus retail chains.

This gives consumers a range of market options to consider based on price and availability.

The strawberry season is a significant period for Ukrainian consumers, with demand rising sharply in spring. The price disparity across different outlets allows shoppers to find an option that suits their budget. The absence of the product in some major chains may indicate early-season supply challenges or the typical staggered rollout of fresh seasonal produce.