Mandarins

Since October, Leanri has deployed an ambitious communication strategy that includes actions in digital and traditional media, such as banners and

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The clementine mandarin, known for its slightly flat bottom, is a highly coveted variety in international markets, including those in the EU. However, the detection of prohibited pesticides in some shipments from Albania to EU nations, particularly at border crossings in Croatia, has raised concerns about the fruit's safety and compliance with regulations. read more

Mandarin exporters in Samdrupjongkhar, Bhutan, are currently experiencing a season of optimism due to improved market prices and better quality oranges. Rinchen Dorji, an experienced exporter with over twenty years in the industry, has noted the favorable conditions this season. read more

There is a massive presence of clementines in the markets, which are overshadowing the demand for mandarins; as for oranges, the demand is shifting towards the Tarocco variety. There is also a growing commercialization of some traditional Christmas products, such as pineapples, puntarelle, and dried lentils. read more

At the Volcani Institute in Tel Aviv, Israel, a breakthrough in citrus cultivation has been achieved with the development of over 200 mandarin orange varieties. These varieties are designed to adapt to diverse global climates without disrupting local ecosystems. Researcher Livnat Goldenberg led the project. read more

Na rynku owoców w Uzbekistanie rozwija się poważny problem. Według EastFruit, mandarynki z Pakistanu zazwyczaj są najbardziej dostępnym owocem na uzbekistańskim stole noworocznym oraz w innych krajach Azji Środkowej. Po wejściu tych owoców na rynek w grudniu, ceny read more

The second part of the clementine and mandarin campaign is starting earlier this year due to both earlier ripening and quality issues with the Clemenules, the dominant variety in the first part of the campaign. A lower mandarin supply is expected in the coming months, so if good quality... read more

Croatia, Czech Republic, Italy, and Lithuania have banned the import of Albanian citrus fruits after tests revealed excessive levels of pesticides in the produce. The mandarins were found to contain chlorpyrifos and phosmet, chemicals whose consumption poses significant side effects to human health. read more

Global demand for Egyptian soft citrus remains high despite competition from Turkey and Morocco, with Egyptian mandarins fetching good prices, as stated by Ahmed Abdel El-Ghafar, executive manager of Gift Fruit. According to the exporter, "Our Egyptian mandarin shipments began a month ago and are yielding satisfactory results." read more

In Marketing Year (MY) 2024/25, South African growers are expected to redirect more citrus volumes towards processing due to higher prices, making juicing a lower-risk option. Production of oranges, grapefruits, tangerines/mandarins, and lemons in MY 2024/25 is forecasted to increase. read more

Produktion und Export von peruanischen Mandarinen/Clementinen sollen im Wirtschaftsjahr 2024/2025 (April 2025 bis März 2026) voraussichtlich um zwei bzw. vier Prozent steigen. Die Produktion wird auf 570.000 metrische Tonnen (MT) geschätzt, während die Exporte auf 225.000 MT prognostiziert werden. Die höhere Produktivität wird angetrieben von read more

The production of mandarins in Japan continues to decrease due to high summer temperatures, as well as a reduction in the number of farmers and cultivated land. These factors are not expected to significantly increase citrus imports from the United States due to the continued weakness of the Japanese yen. read more

"Prices for citrus fruits are currently at a reasonable level. Mandarins from Spain are selling for around 15 euros. Additionally, next month we will be receiving the first batch of Tang Gold mandarins," says Ronnie Moorman from Willem Dijk AGF in Enschede. "The price for Navelinas is between 0.80 and 1.20 euros per fruit." read more

The Californian mandarin brand Wonderful Halos has launched its first integrated marketing campaign in the US in five years. The campaign includes a major new promotion aimed at positioning the product as a must-have snack for American consumers. read more

Prices for oranges in Ukraine have increased by 15-20% compared to last year, now ranging from €1.8 to €2.7 per kilogram. Mandarins are priced between €2 and €2.7 per kilogram, while clementines, a hybrid of oranges and mandarins, cost 1.13-1.36 euros per kilogram. read more

Wonderful Halos has launched its first national integrated marketing campaign in five years, called "Hands Off My Halos," which is specifically designed for the big screen. The two new commercials showcase Wonderful Halos as a snack that both kids and parents enjoy, depicting the chaos that ensues when a parent tries to take them away. read more

Kazakhstan has significantly increased its imports of mandarins and lemons from China. In the first three quarters of this year, citrus imports rose by 1.7 times compared to the same period last year, reaching 97,200 tons with a cost of $58.5 million. Mandarin imports totaled 51,400 tons, up by read more

EastFruitteam provides detailed analyses of the fruit and vegetable market from the previous week in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and the Middle East. These analyses are based on the offers and bids received on the largest regional EastFruit trade platform, which has 26,000 participants from 50 countries worldwide. read more

Strong presence in the clementine markets, mainly sourced from Calabria. Decreased demand for blond oranges, Navelina cultivar, with a shift in interest towards red-fleshed varieties. The campaign for Sicilian Avana mandarins started early. Frosts and bad weather have... read more

The EastFruit team provides in-depth market analyses of fruit and vegetable prices from the previous week in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and the Middle East. These analyses are based on the buying and selling activities on the largest regional EastFruit trade platform, which has 26,000 participants from 50 countries worldwide. read more