Lemons

The 2024/25 Limoré lemon campaign has officially started, with the Rocca Imperiale lemon harvest commencing on Saturday, December 21, 2024. The producers' consortium made the strategic choice to delay the initial harvests by two weeks to ensure the fruit achieves optimal coloration and quality. read more

"As we enter the first week of January, we can say that the Syracuse lemon season has reached its peak. The phenological phase of veraison is nearing completion, and the fruit has now fully acquired its characteristic yellow hue," says Silvia Magliocco, sales manager for Italy at PASAM Agrumi. read more

The newest information on citrus imports to the EU for the 2024/25 season shows important developments in the trade of oranges, small citrus fruits, lemons, and grapefruits. Data from October to December 2024 indicates changes in supply quantities, main exporting nations, and price fluctuations throughout the region,... read more

While exploring Warragul in Victoria's Gippsland region, an encounter with a lemon tree sparked contemplation on the wider impacts of food consumption and production. Despite their sour taste, lemons play a crucial role in many culinary dishes due to their antioxidants and... read more

Proven Winners, ColorChoice, Fairytrail Bride, Cascade Hydrangea (Hydrangea × 'USHYD0405') and Skinny Fit ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba 'Menhir'), (known as Runaway Bride garland hydrangea and Lemonlime Spire ginkgo in Australia) have been awarded the 2025 Plant of the Year titles by the Nursery & Garden Industry. read more

In Brazil, the Northeast region is the main area for mango cultivation, Rio Grande do Norte is known for its melon production, and São Paulo is a major producer of lemons, yielding around 1.3 million tons annually. Grapes are mostly grown in São Paulo. read more

The start of the current Greek lemon season was characterized by fluctuations in harvesting, but the orchards are in very good condition as the new year begins, said Mr. Thymios Papakonstantinou, owner of the Greek lemon company Corinthian Lemons. "We have already surpassed... read more

Mustafa Arslan, owner of Turkish fresh produce exporter MDA Agricultural Products, has announced that the Turkish Mayer lemon season ended early. However, the season will now continue with another variety called Lamas. Arslan stated, "Our lemon season continues with our Lamas variety. Unfortunately, due to climate." read more

Until January 5, 2025, the digital advertising campaign dedicated to the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Sicilian Lemon will be active. Yellow will illuminate the maxi-LED screens at Milan Centrale, Rome Termini, and Rome Tiburtina train stations. Promoted by the Consortium for the Protection of PGI Sicilian Lemon, it is co-financed. read more

The digital advertising campaign dedicated to the PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) Sicilian Lemon will be active until January 5, 2025. The color yellow will illuminate the maxi-led screens at Milan Central Station, Rome Termini, and Rome Tiburtina. Promoted by the Consortium for the Protection of PGI Sicilian Lemon, it is co-financed. read more