Citrus
All the news and market analysis for worldwide citrus Industry, including citrus growers, citrus production, and the import and export of citrus.
ClemenGold International reaffirms strategic focus after successful season
South African citrus marketer ClemenGold International has outlined its strategic approach following another successful soft citrus season, highlighting brand-led marketing successes in India and year-round supply innovations through Chinese partnerships
Maersk inaugurates Belcon Cold Store in Cape Town
Logistics giant Maersk has officially opened its new Belcon Cold Store facility in Cape Town as part of a more than US$100mn investment in South Africa’s cold chain infrastructure
South African citrus industry says stronger partnerships are needed
The South African citrus industry has achieved a record export season with 203mn cartons shipped, significantly surpassing initial predictions and reinforcing the sector’s growth trajectory towards its 2032 Vision 260 target
Ifco expands southern Italy operation with three new hubs
Reusable packaging specialist expands logistics footprint to strengthen regional partnerships and ensure container availability during peak seasons
Leading lime producer killed in Michoacan
Bernardo Bravo Manríquez was murdered after speaking out against extortion demands by criminal groups
Westfalia to launch commercial trials of AgroSustain’s edible coating
Westfalia said Afondo showed a reduction in post-harvest fungicide use of at least 50 per cent on trials on avocados and limes
SiCar Farms opens new distribution centre at Port Manatee
New facility will make it easier for group to deliver citrus and other fruits more efficiently to markets across the US East Coast
Court dismisses Maersk challenge to ICTSI Durban terminal tender
A South African high court has dismissed Maersk’s legal challenge to International Container Terminal Services’ tender win for Durban Container Terminal Pier 2, clearing the way for the long-delayed public-private partnership to proceed
Australian blueberries gain access to Vietnam with reciprocal access for Vietnamese pomelo
Vietnamese pomelo can be exported to Australia and Australian blueberries can be shipped to Vietnam under newly agreed market access protocols
South Africa relaunches WTO process over EU citrus dispute
South Africa has relaunched its World Trade Organization process to resolve the long-running dispute with the European Union over citrus trade restrictions, despite recent strengthening of bilateral relations amid the US tariff war
Argentine citrus exports bounce back
Sector puts in its strongest performance in five years
South African citrus exports surge past 200mn cartons
South African citrus growers are celebrating a record export season, with shipments now expected to exceed 200mn cartons despite early closures to key EU and US markets due to regulatory and tariff challenges
Oppy integrates Dole Diversified North America sales operations
Fresh produce group Oppy has strategically integrated Dole Diversified North America sales operations into its business, effective from 1 October, in a move designed to expand capabilities and accelerate growth across North America
Jac Vandenberg to debut expanded Sunrays social impact brand at IFPA show
Launched in 2017 for mandarins, the brand will now cover the company’s entire citrus portfolio
Sunkist Growers announces strategic reorganisation with sister company
Citrus cooperative Sunkist Growers will strategically reorganise with sister company Fruit Growers Supply under a new holding company structure from 1 November, aiming to enhance innovation and efficiency while driving future growth in the citrus industry
WCO raises concerns over retailers’ “unscientific” private food safety criteria
Organisation claims measures undermine the role of and confidence in the rule of competent authorities
The water challenge: why embracing the Raingrown concept offers a real solution
As water resources come under mounting pressure globally, Eosta says its Organic Raingrown concept offers a sustainable alternative for water-intensive crops, relying solely on natural rainfall while supporting better soil water retention through organic farming methods
Portuguese citrus in new export push
Citrinos do Algarve PGI aims to reach new international consumers with major new marketing campaign
South Africa seeks US tariff relief for fruit exports
South African fresh produce exporters are hoping for adjustments to 30 per cent US tariffs before the new season, as trade minister Parks Tau confirms negotiations have entered a critical phase
Spanish fresh produce consumption dips 0.4 per cent
Spanish household consumption of fresh produce declined marginally in the first half of 2025, with vegetables and potatoes driving the decrease despite growth in fruit consumption
B20 highlights challenging global trade environment amid geopolitical tensions
The influential G20 business engagement group has warned that geopolitical tensions are creating a challenging global trade environment, with economic growth prospects revised downward
Taiwan exports first shipment of pomelo to Malaysia
First consignment arrives in Malaysia after access was granted in November 2024
Spain set for shortest citrus crop in 16 years
Production 11 per cent down on last season and 14 per cent lower than the five-year average
South Africa ends citrus exports to Europe early
The Citrus Growers’ Association and Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum of South Africa have announced an early closure of the 2025 citrus export season to Europe, describing it as a goodwill gesture to European producers
Ailimpo releases initial estimates for 2025/26 lemon and grapefruit harvest
Lemon production set to fall 18 per cent to 1.027mn tonnes, while grapefruit output is down 5 per cent at 101,660 tonnes
Citrus leads Egypt’s agricultural export charge
Citrus accounted for 1.9mn tonnes of the 7mn tonnes the country has exported so far this year
Orsero Group reports strong growth in half-year results
Italian fresh produce distributor records significant revenue and profit growth, with particularly strong performance in kiwifruit, grapes, fresh-cut and exotic fruit categories
Brazilian lime exports keep on growing
Fruit is now the country’s third most exported product, generating thousands of jobs in rural communities
Italian firms forge new connections at Asia Fruit Logistica
Companies including Infia, Origine Group, Unifrutti Group/Oranfrizer, RK Growers, Rivoira, and KiKoKà report successful meetings with existing and potential clients from across Asia at the international trade show
Fresh Del Monte launches Uruguayan oranges in European markets
The first shipments of Del Monte-branded oranges from Uruguay’s Salto region are set to be distributed across Europe next week, strengthening the company’s year-round fresh fruit supply strategy
Freshfel slams “asymmetric” EU-US trade deal for fresh produce
The European fresh produce association has voiced strong opposition to what it describes as an unfair trade agreement that removes tariffs for US exporters while maintaining significant barriers for EU producers
New Zealand fruit exports surge to NZ$2.96bn in 2025
New Zealand’s fruit export value climbed significantly in the first half of 2025, with total overseas sales showing a 27 per cent increase year-on-year
South African citrus growers boost sustainability efforts
SIZA reports significant improvements in environmental compliance as South Africa’s citrus season draws to a close, with a 55 per cent increase in environmental audits compared to last year
US tariffs push South Africa closer to Eastern markets
South Africa is rapidly expanding market access for its fresh produce in Eastern markets, particularly China and India, as US tariffs of 30 per cent force exporters to seek alternative destinations
Produce Plus Spring out now
Produce Plus Spring is headlined by a keynote interview with MOYA 2025 winner Sonia Gabauer. She reveals the keys to the successful Driscoll’s Australia Sweetest Batch Strawberries campaign. Plus, a wrap up of Hort Connections and features on berries, avocados, citrus and IFPSS 2025.
AC Foods and Legacy Packing partner with Tomra for packhouse upgrade
Upgrade is AC Foods’ largest investment in the Southern Hemisphere, expanding capacity fivefold