Lemons

Joaquín Rubio, agricultural engineer, professional farmer, and lemon producer, has been the president of the Cooperativa El Limonar de Santomera/Murcia since 2023 and represents the Cooperativas Agroalimentarias at AILIMPO (Association of Lemon and Grapefruit Producers). The new president emphasized: "I look forward to..." read more

The price of imported navel oranges is staying relatively steady. Australian oranges have maintained their price since their introduction last week, but there has been a rise in the availability of smaller packaging. Traders have observed that these smaller packages are selling more quickly because of their lower individual prices. read more

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According to EastFruit, lemon prices in Uzbekistan have reached record levels. Over the span of four weeks, prices have increased by 65%, a significant difference compared to the same period last year. Retail prices for lemons in supermarkets in Tashkent have risen to approximately US$4.15 per kilogram, up from US$2.50 a month earlier. read more

The 2024 lemon season in the Region of Murcia is coming to a close with a positive outcome for the sector. Although production has been 20% lower than the previous season, prices have been more favorable for growers. Data from the Lemon and Grapefruit Inter-branch Association (Ailimpo) shows that. read more

Moldova's National Food Safety Agency (ANSA) has implemented stricter phytosanitary measures for citrus imports in order to prevent the entry of harmful pests. The updated regulations bring national legislation in line with EU standards. According to the new rules, imports of lemons and oranges from Argentina, Brazil, read more

The Verdello is a green lemon variety that is not very juicy. Despite being cultivated in the summer months, it is often misunderstood by many Italian consumers. However, the Verdello remains a valuable resource for producers such as the Italian cooperative Pasam Agrumi, which has year-round production. read more

The governor of Tucumán, Argentina, Osvaldo Jaldo, met with the Croatian ambassador to Argentina, Duška Paravić, to discuss trade routes, specifically the export of lemons through Croatia's Rijeka port, as reported by Tucumán's office. Honorary Croatian Consul, Catalina Lonac, highlighted the discussions. read more

W maju Europe's Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) wykrył grzyba Phyllosticta citricarpa, który powoduje chorobę czarnej plamistości cytrusów, w dwóch dostawach cytryn z RPA. W maju władze przechwyciły również dwie dostawy awokado i bakłażanów zainfekowanych...

In May, Europe's Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) detected the Phyllosticta citricarpa fungus, which causes Citrus Black Spot disease, in two shipments of lemons from South Africa. In May, authorities also intercepted two shipments of avocado and eggplants infected with... read more

Price pressure, high logistical costs, and competition from countries with more favorable conditions, such as Mexico and China, compel Peruvian exporters to work more efficiently and flexibly, and to seek strategic niches to retain their market share in the United States, Europe, and Central America. read more

In order to make better use of lemons and offer alternative products with a longer shelf life, the Spanish company Belsán, from Murcia, has created a new gourmet format under its own brand: Li. This product consists of dehydrated lemon slices packaged in a lemon-shaped container made from biodegradable materials. read more

Mexico has positioned itself as the top lemon producer for 2024, driven by favorable weather and expanding cultivation areas. According to the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service, Mexico is projected to produce approximately 3.5 million metric tons in the 2024/2025 market year. This marks an 8% increase compared to the previous year. read more

Guadalupe Mora, the chief of the community of Felipe Carrillo Puerto (commonly referred to as "La Ruana" in the municipality of Buenavista), has reported that criminal organizations are still extorting lemon farmers in the Tierra Caliente region of Michoacan. These criminal groups are persistently demanding payments. read more

Dotychczas zapakowano ponad 1 800 ton produktu na różnych liniach produkcyjnych. Obejmuje to towar najwyższej jakości w różnych formatach opakowań, a także opakowania marki Limonello przeznaczone do wzbogacenia mniejszych kalibrów. Te ostatnie osiągnęły imponujące wyniki. read more

Maroko is poised for a strong rebound in its lemon export market during the 2024/25 marketing year (MY), following a four-year decline. Favorable weather conditions and a global drop in lemon production have contributed to this resurgence, according to EastFruit. In the first half of MY read more

Orange Export, an ambitious project connecting small organic lemon producers with international markets, was launched in Colombia in 2017. The project, which initially began with only three farmers shipping half a container every two weeks, has now achieved a significant milestone as we are prepared to ship our products internationally. read more

The supply of Italian lemons is dwindling as the season comes to a close. "The weather in Sicily has been highly unpredictable this year, with significant rainfall. This is unprecedented in the last 15 years and has resulted in quality issues with our Demeter, organic, and untreated lemons," explains Thomas Heeren. read more

The Verna lemon campaign in Spain is entering its final phase ahead of schedule this year. Prices are profitable and higher than last year. Therefore, the sector expects a smooth transition between the Spanish and the southern hemisphere's production, with prices remaining high, even higher for. read more

The Verna lemon campaign in Spain is entering its final phase earlier than expected this year. Prices are profitable and higher than last year. Therefore, the sector anticipates a seamless transition between Spanish and southern hemisphere production, with prices expected to remain high, possibly even higher. read more

Pierwsze dostawy argentyńskich cytryn do Stanów Zjednoczonych już się odbyły. „To jeszcze nie duża ilość. Zaczniemy sprowadzać większe ilości około 1 czerwca, gdy programy się rozpoczną” - mówi G.T. Parris z firmy Seald Sweet, dodając, że program importu cytryn obejmuje także cytryny chilijskie i meksykańskie. read more