Lemons

The authority recorded an export volume of 2.3 million tons with a value of 1.1 billion US dollars. Of that, 1.93 million tons were oranges and 147,000 tons were lemons, representing a 21% increase compared to the previous year. While the total value increased, the revenue per ton decreased. read more

The Spanish lemon and grapefruit sector, a global leader in fresh lemon exports and the second-largest industrial processor, reinvents itself with a fresh and modern image that highlights its contribution to the economy and consumer well-being. read more

With the Navratri festival in full swing, the demand for fruits has increased significantly. Prices for watermelon, melon, papaya, and pomegranate have surged, while prices for custard apples, chickoo, mosambi, oranges, and lemons have remained stable. The fruit market received over 70 tons of mosambi, 40 tons of... read more

The citrus industry in South Africa, which is a major exporter of oranges, lemons, grapefruit, and other citrus fruits, is experiencing increasing energy needs, particularly for irrigation, refrigeration, packing, and processing activities. Solar panels and battery energy storage systems (BESS) could provide a sustainable energy solution... read more

In the fruit sector, apple prices remained largely stable, with a minimal increase of 0.2%. The current price is 2.17 euros/kg. However, table pears have become 3.2% cheaper, now priced at 2.45 euros/kg. Noticeably, there has been a sharp price increase in light table grapes. read more

Godefroy Voisin, the sales director of Magellan Import, which has recently acquired GlobalGAP certification, is providing an update on the Orri mandarin campaigns from South Africa. Magellan Import, an importer of out-of-season fruit, offers a complete range of pomelos, oranges, lemons, clementines, and limes. read more

The destructive wildfires in Korinthia, which have resulted in the loss of two lives, have fortunately spared the local lemon orchards. These orchards play a crucial role in the Greek lemon industry. However, both Korinthia and the neighboring region of Aigialia, which are the main lemon-producing areas, are currently at risk. read more

According to a report published by Bichos de Campo, the overproduction of lemons in the Argentinean region of Tucumán has led some growers to contemplate switching to oranges. read more

Acidic, refreshing, and packed with nutrients, the lemon is much more than just a simple food: it is a symbol of vitality within Mediterranean culture. The World Lemon Day celebrates the versatility of this fruit.

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Since the beginning of September, lemon prices - mainly coming from overseas - have skyrocketed: the 3-4 caliber, from South Africa, is being sold wholesale in a range between 2.20-2.40 euros per kilogram. This is a trend that we have verified firsthand in the field. read more

The Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food (MAPA) has released the first estimates for the upcoming citrus production season, with a forecasted harvest of 5.842 million tons, slightly lower (-1%) than the previous year. Among the causes mentioned are... read more

Sezon cytryn z zagranicy zbliża się do końca, z Argentyną kończącą wysyłki i pozostałymi już tylko kilka dostaw. Import cytryn z Chile będzie trwał do początku października, podczas gdy produkcja w Meksyku spadła z powodu trudnych warunków uprawowych. "To stwarza korzystne okno dla read more

Spicy-hot, minty-fresh, nutty-bitter, or lemony-delicate - fresh herbs create real flavor explosions in the kitchen when used correctly. Both hobby and professional chefs appreciate this and are increasingly experimenting with tried and true flavors. read more

In recent months, a video posted on TikTok sparked a new rather unusual trend: washing fruits and vegetables in the dishwasher. In the video, a young woman shows her mother loading tomatoes, carrots, bell peppers, and lemons into the dishwasher instead of pots and dishes. read more

W Nowym Meksyku zbiorów opuncji w 2024 roku jest obfity. Prickly Foods, którego współwłaścicielem jest Will Thomson, przetwarza te owoce na produkty takie jak lemoniady i syropy, podkreślając ich unikalny smak, przypominający arbuz. Thomson, który także założył Festiwal Opuncji w Nowym Meksyku. read more

With the arrival of the first Meyer lemons, the Turkish citrus season is now getting underway. "The initial shipments are currently being packed and loaded, and are anticipated to arrive by the end of week 39. We had originally planned to start in early September, but we are now. read more

The 2024/2025 Spanish lemon season has begun with high demand and prices due to a transition with minimal overlap between the two hemispheres. "The previous season was really challenging. There was an excess of production, leading to prices dropping below profitable levels, and this resulted in... read more

Z powodu przedłużającej się suchej pogody, tegoroczna żniwa cytryn doświadczyły opóźnienia, jednak całkowita produkcja pozostała w przewidywanym zakresie. W tym miesiącu firma Xuewang Lemon zaprezentowała swój nowy wizerunek marki na targach Asia Fruit Logistica w Hongkongu, przyciągając zainteresowanie licznych potencjalnych klientów. read more

The harvesting and sale of green lemons (Primofiore, which can be sold when their color turns light green) began last week at Pado Srl, but demand is already strong due to the limited volumes available from the southern hemisphere. "The campaign started about 10 days earlier than usual. read more

On September 18, 2024, at the Mazurkas Conference Center in Ożarów Mazowiecki, the Fresh Market 2024 took place – the largest B2B meeting in Poland and Central-Eastern Europe dedicated to the fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers industry. The event brought together key producers, suppliers, and buyers from major retail chains in Poland and neighboring countries. read more