Lemons

Wonderful Seedless Lemons has launched its first-ever national, multi-million-dollar marketing campaign, "Lemons With Seeds Are Annoying," highlighting the small but relentless frustrations of life with lemon seeds – whether it's fishing them out of drinks, picking them out of dishes, or any other inconvenience they may cause. read more

At Fruit Logistica, we met Barbara Campisi, sales representative of Campisi Citrus on behalf of the Consortium for the protection and promotion of Sicilian Lemon PGI. "It is a lemon with a prestigious cultivar, called Femminello," she explained, "which is characterized by the highest level of." read more

The Chilean Citrus Fruit Committee announced that Chile exported 397,417 tons of citrus fruits last year, slightly less than the 399,824 tons it exported in 2023. The United States remains the largest buyer of Chilean citrus fruits, importing 50,353 tons of clementines and 60,467 tons of lemons in 2024. read more

Developing an award-winning calibrachoa variety like Danziger's Lia™ Abstract Lemon Cherry Calibrachoa requires a combination of breeding innovations and a deep understanding of plant genetics. Ori Danziger, the breeder behind Lia Abstract, emphasized the importance of looking into various traits such as color, bloom size, vigor, and disease resistance to create a variety that stands out. Through careful selection and hybridization processes, breeders can develop new varieties that offer unique characteristics and benefits to growers. The recent recognition of Lia Abstract Lemon Cherry Calibrachoa with the National Garden Bureau's Green Thumb Award highlights the success of these efforts in providing high-quality plants for the horticultural industry. read more

The Consortium of Associated Lemon Producers has introduced a new packaging solution for Italian and foreign large retail chains, specifically designed to promote smaller-sized lemons that may not be fully appreciated in the fresh market. "Instead of using traditional nets, we opted for... read more

The lemon/lime production in Argentina for the 2024/25 season is forecasted to drop from 70,000 tons to 1.4 million tons due to unfavorable rainfall during the bloom period, affecting the quality of the fruit. Argentina is the fourth largest producer and exporter of lemons/limes worldwide, but its exports have been decreasing. read more

The unique area has also been recognized by the EU and has been awarded a PGI certification for lemons from Rocca Imperiale, but for marketing purposes, the focus has been on the brand name at Limorè: "Certifications are not known everywhere, a name is more impactful." read more

A recall has been issued for the D. Effe T. brand Lemon Delight and Tartlet with Forest Fruits in Canada due to potential Salmonella contamination, impacting products distributed in Ontario. The recall covers all best-before dates up to and including December 11, 2025. The affected Lemon Delight... read more

The Fino lemon season is now in its second part, and despite some losses caused by the weather, Ailimpo reports that the campaign is progressing well, with supply and demand in balance. "The initial estimate indicated that this season's production in Spain would reach 1,260,000 tons, which represents read more

Clementines and mandarins make up a significant part of the European citrus production, which in Italy amounts to more than 3 million tons of citrus fruits annually, including oranges, lemons, mandarins, and other citrus varieties. Thanks to the fertile soils and ideal climate, approximately 65 read more

However, Mexican citrus production continues to be affected by adverse environmental factors such as persistent drought and high temperatures. In terms of exports, there is a significant increase in the export of lemons and limes, with a slight increase in oranges as well. read more

The lemon harvest is currently taking place in the Spanish province of Alicante, with prices being favorable and potentially increasing in the coming weeks. "The season is progressing smoothly in our farm's region, with good sizes and volumes, and current prices at the source exceeding 40 cents per kilo." read more

Lemons grown in the Sicilian province of Syracuse are featured in a new television advertising campaign that was launched on Italy's Rai broadcast network over the weekend. read more

A beautiful variety of citrus fruits was displayed this week as retailers highlighted the bounty of winter. Pummelos, clementines, dekopons, satsumas, Meyer lemons, tangerines, grapefruit, kumquats, and Navel, Valencia, Cara Cara, and blood oranges provided a bright and refreshing option for shoppers looking to combat the winter blues. read more

In the Tongnan District of Chongqing, China, a transformation is taking place, utilizing technology to elevate the lemon sector from its traditional origins to a vibrant part of the local economy. The district produces around 330,000 tons of lemons annually from about 21,333 hectares of land. read more

Like any respectable trade fair, Marca Fresh also had its share of product launches: among the most notable for this edition is the lemon from the Great Italian Beauty. read more

The severe frost in July 2024 has significantly impacted the lemon harvest in Argentina, reducing the availability of this fruit, particularly during the peak summer months in the southern hemisphere when demand is highest. Consequently, despite being a global leader in the production of lemon juice, peels, and... read more

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