Lemons

"Lemons did quite well after everyone prepared for a total disaster. However, the sudden decline in Valencia oranges was unexpected. Everyone was anticipating a fantastic orange season, but it turned out to be the opposite, particularly in the last third," recounts the local buyer. read more

Andalusia's 2024/2025 citrus campaign, which has already begun with the earliest varieties, is expected to be better than last year. The harvest is projected to be 20% larger (22% for oranges) due to recent rains that have benefited the crops, leading to good sizes. However, it is not all. read more

Fruit harvesting, packing, and exports are ongoing in Colombia despite the recent heavy rains, flooding, and displacement of thousands of people in the country. Some lemon and exotic fruit fields were not affected by the flooding, which mainly occurred around the capital city of Bogotá. The Magdalena River. read more

The 2024 citrus season in Argentina concluded with the lowest export numbers of the past decade, primarily due to a significant decrease in lemon shipments. José Carbonell, the president of the Argentine Citrus Federation (FederCitrus), has been reflecting on Argentina's citrus exports in 2024 and the shifts observed in processed products... read more

The recent Danache has struck the province of Málaga, causing a series of significant damages, with serious repercussions on agriculture. According to a statement from the association Asaja Málaga, the rural areas of Axarquía and Valle del Guadalhorce have been affected. read more

Neoseiulus californicus, which was first identified by McGregor in 1954 on lemon trees in California, is now considered one of the most effective and versatile tools in integrated pest management (IPM). Originally found on the West Coast, this predatory mite has since spread globally and thrives in regions such as Argentina. read more

For 11 seasons, Apifood has made Portuguese leaf oranges one of its flagship products. Now, the Montalban-based company is expanding its horizons by introducing a range of leaf clementines. This diversification aligns well for two key reasons: "The Portuguese clementine is ideally positioned in read more

According to information from Asaja Málaga, an inventory of damages is currently being carried out, focusing initially on the rural areas of Axarquia and the Guadalhorce Valley. read more

Ostatnio wybuchł Mountain Fire w hrabstwie Ventura, Kalifornia, który spalił 20 630 akrów i zniszczył ponad 200 budynków. Pożar został spowodowany bardzo silnymi wschodnimi wiatrami o prędkości 50-60 mil na godzinę, z porywami do 80 mil na godzinę. Oczekuje się, że spowodował straty przekraczające 6 milionów dolarów. read more

The Government of the state of Michoacan and the Swedish Food Collective have developed a collaborative strategy to introduce Michoacan lemon to Sweden. The export agreement is expected to be formalized in the first quarter of 2025, marking an important milestone for Michoacan's agricultural sector. read more

The clementine season is in full swing, with high quantities coming in and good quality levels. Campaigns for turnip tops and black cabbage have started. The First Flower lemon campaign continues. The first batches of Costoluto Verde Marinda tomatoes are being harvested. The season for read more

The Ecuadorian government has approved the importation of Argentine lemons, as well as oranges, mandarins, grapefruit, and bone-in beef. read more

With the arrival of Formula 1 teams for the São Paulo Grand Prix, Viracopos Airport in Campinas (São Paulo) seized the opportunity of the transportation planes used for the race to export Brazilian ginger, lemons, mangoes, and papayas to Europe. In addition to transporting cars and equipment, these planes also carried shipments of fruits. read more

Skutki surowej pogody w Hiszpanii były niszczące dla społeczności hiszpańskiej, według Miguela Gonzaleza z MG Fruit. "Obrazy, które widzimy, to tylko ułamek tego, co się dzieje. Niektórzy ludzie stracili wszystko—nie tylko materialnie, ale także członków rodziny. To nie pozostawia. read more

Peruwiańskie mango, kiedyś bardzo cenione, stają w obliczu zaciętej konkurencji ze strony brazylijskich mango w Europie, co spowodowało, że produkcja peruwiańska traci nieco grunt. Dzięki bardziej opłacalnej logistyce i niższym kosztom transportu, Brazylia staje się trudnym rywalem,... read more

"Z powodu wielu czynników, głównie klimatycznych, cytryna syryjska miała dość powolny początek. Sycylia była nękana długotrwałą suszą, z temperaturami przekraczającymi 40°C i brakiem deszczu przez długi czas" - mówi Silvia Magliocco, menedżer sprzedaży dla Włoch w PASAM Agrumi, o sezonie 2024/25. read more

Wholesale prices of lemons in Poland are currently slightly higher than they were a year ago. But does that mean that these fruits are now particularly expensive? How do current prices compare to historical data? read more

Windy down in August, lemon imports from Argentina, and the focus shifted to Mexico at that time. "The Argentinean deal began well and ended up decent," said Ronnie Cohen of Vision Global Group. "Overall, it was a satisfactory season from Argentina," he added. Our volumes increased year by year. read more

This scenario highlights the challenges that national production faces in relation to climatic adversities. The value of mango exports increased by 46.19% reaching 215 million US dollars, despite a slight decrease in export volume by 0.16%. read more

In recent years, there have been several trends observed in the European citrus market. One such trend is the increasing demand for organic citrus fruits, driven by a growing consumer preference for organic and sustainable products. Another trend is the rising popularity of specialty citrus varieties, such as blood oranges and Meyer lemons, which are valued for their unique flavors and characteristics. Additionally, there is a growing focus on transparency and traceability in the citrus supply chain, with consumers seeking information about the origins and production practices of the fruits they purchase. Overall, these trends indicate a shift towards more diverse, sustainable, and high-quality citrus products in the European market. read more