Mandarins

Argentina's citrus sector has faced some challenges as it approaches the final weeks of the current mandarin campaign. According to Nahuel Lavino, export sales manager at Fama, an Argentine citrus exporter and importer, they have managed to make the most out of a brief season. "The mandarin season" read more

At Willem Dijk AGF in Enschede, the first Filosofo Mandarins have arrived. "Demand is already good. Because there was still a lot of overseas trade on the market, we started a week later. The prices all seem to be a bit lower than at the start of last season," says Ronnie Moorman. Looking back read more

The tangerine (Citrus reticulata), also known as mandarin, is not only enjoyed for its sweet flavor but also serves as a valuable source for extracting bioactive compounds that benefit the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and biofuel industries. This citrus fruit is rich in flavonoids, vitamin C, and carotenoids,… 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

On September 16, 2024, the California Department of Food and Agriculture announced an expansion of the Huanglongbing (HLB) quarantine in San Diego County. The decision was made following a positive HLB test from a mandarin tree in a residential area of the Fallbrook neighborhood. read more

The Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri) of Peru and the Ministry of Primary Industries of New Zealand (MPI) have finalized a phytosanitary protocol to facilitate the export of Peruvian citrus fruits, including mandarins, oranges, tangelos, and limes, to New Zealand. read more

California anticipates a significant increase in mandarin production and a slight rise in Navel orange output for the upcoming season. read more

The General Court of the European Union has upheld the protection of the Nadorcott mandarin variety, which has been owned by the King of Morocco since 2004. The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) rejected the appeal filed by the Eurosemillas company, which sought to invalidate this protection. read more

In civil court, the European Union rejected the appeal of Eurosemillas, which contested the rights to the Nadorcott mandarin variety held by Nadorcott Protection (NCP), as reported by fruitnet.com. read more

The online Freshness Seminar on September 25, 2024 sounds like an excellent opportunity to learn more about different citrus fruits such as oranges, mandarins, and grapefruits. The topics covered, such as the botanical characteristics of citrus plants, cultivation, and harvesting methods, seem quite interesting. read more

The Satsuma mandarin season has already begun in the Valencian Community, Spain, with the first Iwasaki, Okitsu, and Owari mandarins arriving 15 days earlier than last year. The fruit has a good taste, although sizes are generally smaller due to an excessively dry spring. read more

Imports of citrus fruits from the southern hemisphere, including South Africa and South America, have declined this year. This decrease is already becoming evident in the initial purchases made in Spanish orchards before the start of the mandarin and orange seasons. "South African Orri, Nadorcott, and read more

The harvest of the new early Sicilian blood mandarins took place in May. The fruit is stored in a cold storage for a certain period to enhance its color. This process usually lasts for a minimum of four weeks, but after eight weeks, the color really begins to blush. The supply of these mandarins is limited. read more

The citrus summer (counter) season is in full swing. Citrus fruits from the Southern Hemisphere are now being exported. Australia is sending out mandarins, Navel oranges, and blood oranges. Australian blood oranges are easily found in the USA and Canada from September to November. read more

Podaż południowoafrykańskich mandarynek na chiński rynek stale rośnie, a szczytowy okres przybycia zbliża się szybko. "Początek sezonu na mandarynki południowoafrykańskie był dość korzystny, z poprawionymi sprzedażami, jakością i cenami w porównaniu do zeszłego roku, oraz z pozytywnymi opiniami na rynku". read more

The production of mandarins/tangerines in Turkey for 2023/24 is expected to increase by 55 percent to a record 2.9 million tons, thanks to a larger cultivated area and favorable weather conditions during the flowering period. With the rise in production, exports are projected to increase by 17 percent to 1.0 million tons. Turkey's mandarin/tangerine exports are generally on the rise. read more

Mandarin imports in Southeast Asia have experienced a significant increase in the 2023/24 season following two years of decline, as reported by EastFruit. In the first 11 months of the current season (July 2023 - May 2024), major importers in the region (excluding Vietnam) brought in just under 440,000 tons of mandarins, marking an 8% rise. read more

The increase is the result of a larger cultivation area and favorable weather during the flowering period. With the increase in production, exports are also expected to rise by around 17% to 1.0 million tons. Turkey's exports generally take place from October to May and reach... read more

Mandarin imports in Southeast Asia have surged in the 2023/24 season after two years of decline, according to EastFruit. In the first 11 months of the current season (July 2023 – May 2024), key importers in the region (excluding Vietnam) brought in just under 440,000 tons of mandarins, an 8% increase. read more

This high-end variety has a sweetness that can reach 15 ºBrix and a balanced acidity, guaranteeing an exceptional flavor. Its large size, smooth skin, and easy peeling make it very attractive, in addition to presenting an excellent capacity for. read more