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A spokesperson for the food chamber, K. Zemánek, has identified government subsidies as another factor contributing to lower food prices in Poland compared to the Czech Republic. he stated that local Polish manufacturers operate under diffrent subsidy conditions than their Czech counterparts.
Price Discrepancies and Retail Practices
Beyond produce, meat prices are also substantially higher in the Czech Republic. Economist Štěpán Křeček points to a considerable gap between regular and sale prices for many goods, with the latter sometimes being several times lower.
“For instance, chicken meat can be found on Czech shelves for 120 crowns, but also for 280 crowns. According to Křeček, some Czech traders sell poultry at a loss to attract customers. He contrasted this with Germany, where purchasing habits for monitored goods are similar to the Czech Republic, noting greater transparency among manufacturers and traders.
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“In Germany, manufacturers have more influence over traders’ margins, and the pricing discussions are more open.czech traders are less forthcoming about their pricing strategies. Savings and advancements in technology also play a crucial role,” Křeček explained.
Shopping in Germany can be particularly beneficial for items like certain vegetables, potatoes, and eggs, especially when they are on special offer. German supermarkets frequently enough provide a wider variety of products, a point corroborated by Czech consumers who frequently shop across the border.
One shopper shared,”My friend and I travel to Dresden,primarily to Kaufland. The differences, especially in quality, are considerable. We always fill our car to the roof.we buy Pilsner beer by the case. We also stock up on toilet paper, sausages, and yogurts.”
