Oranges

The EU calculated orange prices were €85.72 per 100 kg in May 2024, showing a 3.68% increase from the previous month and a 4.02% rise compared to the 5-year average. In Spain, the prices were €80.65 per 100 kg, slightly above the 5-year average. In Italy, oranges were priced at €114.99 per 100 kg. read more

Pomimo zawartości węglowodanów i naturalnego cukru, badania naukowe konsekwentnie wskazują, że owoce mogą być istotne w utrzymaniu zdrowej wagi ciała. Jednym z kluczowych powodów jest to, że błonnik i woda zawarte w owocach mogą wydłużyć uczucie sytości, pomagając spożywać mniej kalorii ogółem. read more

Selection and qualification of new high-quality varieties of pigmented oranges and seedless lemons, control of dry rot in lemon groves, and extension of shelf life for high commercial value lemons. These are the objectives of the Top Citrus project presented at Crea di Acireale and included in the... read more

Phytosanitary and weather-related issues have significantly impacted Brazilian citrus fruits, leading to a significant decrease in the volume of oranges available for juice production. This has prompted juice manufacturers to explore other citrus varieties or even alternative fruits. Meanwhile, Egyptian oranges, which are also facing similar challenges, may present an opportunity for the market. read more

Konsumpcja pomarańczy o ciemnej barwie nadal rośnie, a ich dostawy stają się coraz bardziej zróżnicowane. Valencijska firma Citrus Nostrum pozostaje zobowiązana do zwiększenia produkcji pomarańczy o ciemnej barwie pod markami Red Kalesi lub Beriland Family Taste, pod którymi sprzedaje.

The consumption of pigmented oranges continues to grow and their supply is becoming increasingly diversified. The Valencian company Citrus Nostrum remains committed to increasing its production of pigmented oranges under the Red Kalesi or Beriland Family Taste labels, brands under which it sells. read more

The management of Hobaho has reached an agreement with Dümmen Orange regarding the acquisition of Hobaho Horti Group. Since 2016, Hobaho has been a part of Dümmen Orange, but it will now operate independently as a specialist in the mediation, auctioning, and breeding of bulbous crops. read more

The most purchased fruits in households are citrus fruits (orange, lemon, tangerine, and grapefruit) and exotic fruits (banana, kiwi, avocado, pineapple, and custard apple), with a per capita consumption of 18.5 and 18.7 kilos per person per year. They are followed by

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The market for early South African citrus is not very strong at the moment, notes Edwin Wolf of the Rotterdam-based Origin Fruit Group. "Meanwhile, the supply is beginning to increase further, after South Africa experienced delays for a significant period. This was particularly evident with lemons, where large volumes were still." read more

Record high orange juice prices are expected to boost orange juice production as growers ramp up deliveries for processing. Growers are shifting oranges away from the export market and local sales to focus on processing due to favorable prices. Adequate rainfall in the Spring of 2023 has ensured enough water for… read more

With the aim of ensuring a continuous citrus supply throughout the year and expanding its product range, Dole Italia will introduce an Italian supply chain for lemons, oranges, and grapefruits under its own brand starting from the next national campaign, thus filling the seasonal gap. read more

"We're overwhelmed with oranges," says the general manager of a juice processing company, "a huge amount of oranges: we're working seven days a week, 24 hours a day, and yet we still have excess stock. However, the price won't be affected as it is still just a drop in the ocean. The global demand for oranges remains high." read more

"The 2023/24 citrus fruit processing campaign concluded with high prices. The season was marked by a significant amount of fruit that was very small in size, leading traders to avoid purchasing lots where more than 50% of the oranges were of such small size." read more

The cultivation area for lemons is therefore at a record level of 8,081 hectares. Chilean lemon exports are expected to increase by 8.8% to reach a total of 74,000 tons. The United States is the most important market for Chilean lemons. In the 2022/23 fiscal year, Chile exported... read more

The forecast for the Brazilian orange crop for Marketing Year (MY) 2023/24 is 378 million 90-pound boxes (MBx) or 15.42 million metric tons (MMT), which is a 7.3 percent decrease from the previous estimate of 408 million boxes or 16.5 MMT. This decline is mainly attributed to adverse weather conditions. read more

Pursuing the development of new geographical sourcing areas, the Company will introduce an Italian supply chain for lemons, oranges, and grapefruits under the Dole brand starting from the next national campaign, filling the seasonal gap from October to February. Dole Italy. read more

A complete reconsideration of how Checkers markets the Cara-Cara early navel oranges was sparked by what their fresh produce division observed during a visit to a US retailer late last year. "Our Freshmark team found that Americans put in much more effort to differentiate Cara-Cara oranges from the standard ones... read more

Producion forecasts for tangerines/mandarins, oranges, lemons, and orange juice have not changed since the Annual Citrus Report of December 20, 2023. The citrus industry attributes two consecutive seasons of low production to increased temperatures and drought. The extreme heat during summer read more

An orange packed with antioxidants and other health benefits could be a game-changer for consumers and citrus growers, according to a new study by the University of Florida. The research suggests that storing the fruit at low temperatures enhances its beneficial properties. However, it's still too early to determine if these "blood oranges" could become a sustainable crop. read more

Sally Orange, a former major in the British Army, is planning to participate in the Everest Marathon on May 29 while dressed as a lemon in order to raise awareness about mental health. Sally, who is known for running marathons dressed as different fruits and vegetables because of her last name, Orange, uses her unique costumes to initiate discussions about this important topic. read more

In May 2024, the EU average orange price was €82.68 per 100 kg, a decrease of 2.79% from the previous month and 2.76% below the 5-year average. In Spain, the price stood at €75.44 per 100 kg, slightly lower than the 5-year average. Meanwhile, in Italy, oranges were priced at €114.5 per 100 kg, marking a 14.23% decrease. read more