Citrus
All the news and market analysis for worldwide citrus Industry, including citrus growers, citrus production, and the import and export of citrus.
South African citrus exports 18 per cent up at season midpoint
South African citrus exports apparently already surpassed last year’s volume, with the season only halfway through, according to Transnet Port Terminals
New South Wales citrus researchers acquire new Maf Oceania grader
The Global Scan 7 will improve data collection and analysis projects undertaken at Dareton Primary Industries and Regional Development Institute
South African grapefruit campaign breaks new ground
SummerStar Ruby grapefruit marketing campaign is a fresh direction for the industry
Florida citrus growers to benefit from US$675.9mn hurricane recovery assistance program
Citrus producers in Florida are set to receive critical financial support as part of a substantial hurricane recovery package
M&S launches seedless lemons
The launch in 200 M&S Food stores comes after a successful rollout in the retailer’s Food Halls and aims to remove consumer annoyance with lemon pips
US tariffs force South African fruit exporters to rethink strategy
South African fruit exporters are preparing for significant market disruption as impending US tariffs force a strategic pivot toward alternative destinations in Europe, the Middle East and Asia
South African citrus exports to US face tariff deadline
South African citrus exporters are racing against time as their conventional reefer programme to the US enters its final phase before new tariffs take effect on 1 August
Brazil’s fruit exports surge 27 per cent in first half of 2025
Brazil has recorded significant growth in its fruit export sector for the first half of 2025, with volume up 27.2 per cent and value increasing by 12.6 per cent compared to the same period last year
Fresh Del Monte appoints new VP for deciduous and citrus
Fresh Del Monte Produce has appointed Miles Fraser-Jones as vice president of sales and product management for deciduous and citrus (International), bringing over 25 years of experience to strengthen the company’s global category performance
T&G Global confirms sale process amid takeover interest
The New Zealand-based fresh produce exporter has engaged Craigs Investment Partners to assist with a potential sale after receiving numerous expressions of interest
Maersk opens strategic cold chain facility in Peru’s Olmos region
Logistics giant Maersk has strengthened its presence in Peru’s agricultural sector with a new 17,500 sq m packing and cold chain logistics centre in Olmos, designed to handle avocados, blueberries, and mangoes for global markets.
BayWa reports €1.6bn loss as it attempts to overcome ‘most serious crisis’
German conglomerate reveals impact of recent liquidity problems, but insists transformation plan will ensure long-term financial stability
South African citrus industry under threat from US tariffs
South Africa’s agriculture minister has warned that the country’s citrus industry faces severe challenges from impending US tariffs, potentially undermining job creation and economic growth in rural communities
Sweet C unveils Summer 2025 campaign ‘Blue is the New Orange’ in India
Mandarin brand celebrates freshness, simplicity, and wellness with a high-profile launch event in Gurugram, India, led by Malaika Arora
Greenyard USA/Seald Sweet names Andrea Montagna as co-CEO
Florida-based fresh produce supplier introduces new leadership structure as part of long-term succession plan and growth strategy.
Trump tariffs will hit South African fruit exports hard
South African fresh produce exporters are bracing for a major blow as the US imposes 30 per cent tariffs from 1 August, potentially derailing established trade programs and threatening rural employment
Apo Conerpo bounces back with 13 per cent revenue growth
Italy’s Apo Conerpo has reported a significant recovery in 2024, with revenue up 13 per cent to €489mn and volumes increasing by 34 per cent following what it described as an ‘annus horribilis’ in 2023
CVVP adds new mandarin to its varietal management portfolio
Early Pride, developed in the US, will be marketed under the Earlyna brand name
South African growers join forces to boost grapefruit demand in Europe
A coalition of South African citrus growers is joining forces to rebrand and promote Star Ruby grapefruit in Europe, aiming to shift consumer perceptions from bitter and old-fashioned to sweet, tangy and versatile
Tense times in Cape citrus groves as US tariff pause counts down
South African citrus exporters are facing a critical week as the 90-day pause on new 30 per cent US tariffs expires on 9 July, potentially hitting the Cape citrus industry at the height of its export season.
Ailimpo appoints Joaquín Rubio as its new president
Rubio will serve a four-year term at the helm of the lemon and grapefruit interprofessional
Spanish Q1 fresh produce exports rise 10 per cent in value
Spain’s fresh produce exports have shown positive growth in the first quarter of 2025, with overall shipments increasing by 2 per cent in volume and 10 per cent in value year-on-year.
Spanish citrus sector launches video game in OJ marketing push
Zumotron aims to promote healthy eating habits and debunk misinformation about the benefits of fresh juice
Green Fruits celebrates first partner convention
Second-tier cooperative consolidates its role as a model of integration
Eosta announces large-scale emissions reduction
Netherlands-based group says it has drastically cut its carbon emissions for fruit imports to Europe
US-South Africa chicken deal agreed – could fruit be next?
It has been another critical week for South African trade negotiations with US, with Donald Trump and Cyril Ramaphosa meeting at the G-7 summit in Canada
US fruit gains greater access in Thailand
Citrus and apple growers will be able to sell more products with trade breakthroughs
Less than two weeks to go to Fruitnet Tropicals Congress!
Join thought leaders from all parts of the tropicals and exotics supply chain in Antwerp on 24 & 25 June
Transnet lifeline a positive move for South Africa’s produce industry
New government guarantee of R51bn will provide opportunities for public and private sector partnerships
Dole founder and produce champion David Murdock dies, aged 102
Billionaire businessman and wellness advocate, who transformed Dole into global fruit powerhouse and later championed nutrition research, passed away on 9 June
New phytosanitary inspection site project approved for Coquimbo
Facility will handle the growing volume of fruit being shipped to US under a systems approach
Limoneira to rejoin Sunkist Growers
One of Sunkist’s original founding members, Limoneira will rejoin in November in a move described as a “bold step forward”
Could trade wars derail exciting fruit branding initiatives?
Successful cultivar branding initiatives rely on worldwide production of high-quality fruit that meets strict requirements
BayWa secures court approval for restructuring plan
Company’s plan was already underway, with new loans secured until end of 2028, but legal backing now in place
Justin Chadwick has left the building
CGA chief executive Boitshoko Ntshabele pays tribute to Justin Chadwick after 25 years at the helm of South African citrus
BayWa’s produce sales improve, but restructuring plan approval still pending
As conglomerate attempts to bring down costs and focus on more profitable areas of business, its fruit and veg sales have increased