Citrus
All the news and market analysis for worldwide citrus Industry, including citrus growers, citrus production, and the import and export of citrus.
Brazilian orange forecast revised downwards
Projections for harvest in São Paulo and Minas Gerais now stand at 292.6mn cartons
US mandarin imports keep on growing
Imports in 2025/26 projected to account for almost half of total consumption of fresh mandarins and tangerines
Taiwan to eliminate tariffs on key US fruit exports under new trade deal
US apples, cherries, peaches and pears among wide range of fruits to enjoy duty-free access under reciprocal trade agreement
Alegra Group achieves impressive growth as premium strategy pays off
Italian supplier reports big rise in sales, with double-digit growth across key categories including kiwifruit, stonefruit, and pears
Fruit-led export surge narrows Philippines’ farm trade gap
Fruit and nuts accounted for 37 per cent of total exports in December at a value of US$329.72mn
South African citrus industry welcomes AGOA but notes lack of impact
The country’s citrus industry says this week’s inclusion of South Africa in AGOA will make no material differences to prospects for exports to the US
Raingrown fruit initiative saves 1.6bn litres of water
Eosta publishes results of its Organic Raingrown project, which sources fruit only from producers that use natural rainfall rather than irrigation
Thailand advocates for market access improvement with Korea visit
Thai delegation requests new treatment for mangoes and access for pomelo, longan and green papaya
AGOA extension welcomed but tariffs remain on South African fruit
President Trump extends AGOA for one year, but South Africans say it will not change trade options for the country’s fruit
Neil Barker awarded Order of Australia
Founder of BGP International recognised in Australia Day honours for his service to the nation’s fresh produce export industry
Orsero Group plans €5mn investment in Italy and Spain
Strong expected performance in its core distribution business sets Italian company up for year of expansion in Europe and North America
Israeli fruit farmers count cost of boycott
Citrus and mangoes among the products that have seen overseas sales slump since the war in Gaza
South Africa bemoans slow BRICS progress
South African fruit exporters are navigating a complex landscape of US trade tariffs, Cape Town port disruptions and disappointing BRICS trade
Spanish citrus prices rise on shorter crop
Inclement weather in recent weeks is expected to further reduce volumes
Moroccan citrus exports face challenges from much-needed rain
Improved water reserves have lifted the mood in Morocco, but persistent rain is disrupting citrus harvesting and forcing downward revisions to export expectations
Tango receives Flavour of the Year award
The seedless mandarin is recognised by consumers in Spain and Portugal
Dubai bolsters standing as regional hub
With the creation of the Foodstuffs, Fruit and Vegetable Market, set to be twice the size of the current market, Dubai is reinforcing its position as a world-class hub for fresh produce, according to Redha Mansouri, CEO of Fresh Fruits Company, and Hesam Rahi, CEO of Farzana Trading
Clean energy citrus becomes a reality in Jeju
Fruit grown with renewable energy enters the Korean market
Bollo and ClemenGold International join forces
Companies have announced a strategic alliance designed to deliver a seamless 12-month supply of premium mandarins to European retailers
Lunar New Year is Vietnam’s premium gifting goldmine
Cimigo’s Richard Burrage shares how fresh fruit is increasingly seen as a practical and respectful gift for Tet
Morrisons-Disney partnership encourages kids to snack healthily
Tie-up aims to increase children’s engagement with fruit and will run throughout 2026
Analysis: Brazil builds fresh export momentum
The country’s fruit exports have grown steadily over the past decade and surged in 2025, as Wayne Prowse reports
Eosta launches Organic Fruit Heroes brand
Dutch organic fresh produce importer-marketer has unveiled its Organic Fruit Heroes brand, targeting the growing children’s snack market
Northern Territory pomelo growers express concerns over pending Vietnamese imports
DAFF spokesperson says Vietnamese pomelos will not arrive until import conditions are finalised
SanLucar launches new citrus campaign
Under the slogan Start Fresh, Feel Well!, the campaign features eye catching in-store materials and digital social media actions
Spanish fresh produce exports fell 3 per cent in January-November
Fresh fruit and vegetables totalled 10.6mn tonnes from January to November 2025, down 3 per cent year-on-year
Salix Fruits anticipates “diverse and resilient” winter citrus season
Company reports solid North American supply, but lower volumes in the Mediterranean are creating pressure for higher field prices
Analysis: Korea’s fruit imports adjust after return of tariffs
Customs data for 2025 reveals sharp declines for bananas, pineapples and mangoes, but mandarin imports surge
Egyptian citrus exports up for UK challenge
Demand for Egyptian citrus has seen a surge to the UK market post-Brexit, but competition from EU suppliers is a resurgent threat
Fresh Del Monte to take global ownership of Del Monte brand
US$285mn bid secures group large part of bankrupt Del Monte Foods Corporation II, including assets in US, Mexico, and Venezuela
Drinks, desserts, and decorations: F.lli Orsero launches Duetti
New range features trio of products that encourage shoppers to make more use of flavour-rich exotic fruits and spices
DP World’s Callao terminal handles record 2m TEUs
Key exports through the Peruvian port include include avocados, grapes, blueberries, mandarins and mangoes
Orsero Group confirms intention to enter US market ‘soon’
Company also plans to open new facilities in northern Spain and Seville shortly, as it pursues long-term expansion plan
Landa acquires 250ha citrus farm in Huelva
The deal brings the fund’s total horticultural land holdings to 1,100ha
Record year for Moroccan fruit and vegetable exports
Volumes hit almost 1.6mn tonnes, but producers face growing pressure as margins tighten
Sunkist launches Year of the Horse packaging for Lunar New Year
The global fresh citrus supplier’s annual Lunar New Year initiative features custom-illustrated packaging and flexible merchandising solutions