France IPPAP index: fresh fruits and vegetables
France IPPAP index: fresh fruits and vegetables stood at 134.7 in Aug 2026, according to INSEE – Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques (BDM). It is one of the indicators in the Agricultural prices table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 1975 to Aug 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Agricultural prices table
| Indicator | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Producer prices (IPPAP) | |||||||||||
| Fresh fruits and vegetables | 134.7 | 120.7 | 121 | 118.8 | 124.4 | 126 | 116.8 | 119 | 111.4 | 110.6 | |
| Fresh fruits | 121.8 | 116.5 | 115.8 | 121.1 | 117.4 | 122.6 | 115.5 | 116.9 | 115.2 | 114 |
Understanding france IPPAP index: fresh fruits and vegetables
Unprocessed horticultural commodities intended for immediate consumption without long-term industrial preservation are measured by this series, focusing on perishable orchard and field harvests. The calculation captures direct farmgate returns for items sold in their natural state, separating them from processed fruits and vegetables used in canning or freezing. It differs from broader horticultural aggregates by strictly limiting its scope to non-processed, perishable food items.
Reading these figures demands an understanding of severe perishability constraints and rapid seasonal harvesting windows that cause sudden price adjustments. Initial estimates are subject to frequent revisions as perishable market turnover reports are finalized. Analysts should rely on twelve-month comparisons to evaluate underlying price momentum, because monthly numbers are overwhelmingly dominated by seasonal weather shocks and harvest timing.
Frequently asked questions
- What distinguishes fresh fruits and vegetables from the broader index?
- This series restricts its scope strictly to perishable, unprocessed produce intended for immediate consumption.
- Are canned or frozen produce values included?
- No, items destined for industrial preservation are excluded from this fresh produce measure.
- How do weather events impact this series?
- Weather shocks alter perishable harvest yields quickly, causing sharp monthly price movements.