The data indicates a notable decline in orange consumption in Europe, whereas mandarin consumption is relatively stable, with only a slight decrease. Nevertheless, packaging designs and formats are proving to be crucial in addressing this downward trend. read more

The new South African season is expected to start at the end of April with shipping. Typically, this involves fruits in containers, followed by conventional refrigerated transport at the end of May. The main part of the season begins in July, when the coveted late mandarin harvest starts. read more

Spade consumption has dropped worryingly in Europe, especially among younger consumers, while mandarin consumption is only slightly down, and lemon consumption is holding steady. How could this situation be reversed? This was one of the most talked about topics in the recent Fruitnet Citrus. read more

Blueberries recorded an increase in price of 27.9% to an average of 13.14 euros per kilogram. Similarly, mandarins became 27.5% more expensive for consumers at 3.15 euros per kilogram compared to the previous year. In contrast, the prices for table pears decreased by 9.1% to 2.60 euros per kilogram. read more

Egzotic fruits, such as oranges, mandarins, mangoes, and avocados, are still expensive in Serbian markets and stores. According to reports from Belgrade, bananas are priced at around 250 dinars ($2.30) per kilogram in markets, while in stores, they can range from 140 to 190 dinars ($1.29–$1.75). Market vendors claim that... read more

The mandarin season was coming to an end, so availability was clearly limited. There was a noticeable scarcity of Spanish Nadorcott, Tango, and Orri mandarins. The fruits were being offered in various packaging sizes and also in nets. The significance of high-quality Israeli Orri mandarins was apparent as well. read more

Genesis Fresh and The Enforcement Organisation (TEO) have recently introduced Havva and Sigal, two new premium mandarin varieties that come from the same breeding program responsible for the development of the Orri variety. read more

Mandarins and similar citrus fruits have seen a price increase of 43.3% to 3.05 euros per kilogram. On the other hand, apples have only slightly increased in price by 4.6% to 2.25 euros per kilogram. read more

In the beginning of this citrus season, the fruit and vegetable wholesaler Joors, based in Vollenhove, has established a strong partnership with the Spanish fruit company Bollo. "In October, we introduced the first mandarins. We are delighted to have included such a high-quality brand in our range. Bollo is well-known to everyone—the." read more

With two months of the season remaining, the Israeli mandarin is experiencing volumes that surpass those reported in 2024. read more