World: Citrus production is expected to decrease by 0.77% in the southern hemisphere

Published 2024년 4월 22일

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The World Citrus Organization (WCO) convened its fifth Annual General Assembly on April 18, 2024, where it unveiled the production and export forecasts for the 2024 Southern Hemisphere citrus season. According to the data gathered from member countries including Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Peru, South Africa, and Uruguay, there's a projected slight decline in citrus production by 0.77% to 24,338,123 tons. However, exports are expected to rise significantly by 7.45% to 4,156,879 tons. The assembly also marked a significant milestone with the introduction of new Steering Committee co-chairs, Sergio del Castillo and Badr Bennis, for the Southern and Northern Hemispheres, respectively, and celebrated the WCO's achievements such as membership expansion, the launch of innovative data tools, and the successful organization of events aimed at promoting the citrus industry.

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On April 18, 2024, members of the World Citrus Organization (WCO) met for their fifth Annual General Assembly (AGM). During the Annual General Assembly, the WCO presented the consolidated data of the production and export forecasts for the next Southern Hemisphere citrus season 2024. The preliminary forecast was compiled thanks to the WCO members in Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil , Chile, Peru, South Africa and Uruguay. Additionally, the Association also marked its first leadership change with the election of a new Steering Committee that will guide its work over the next two years. During the WCO Annual General Assembly, the preliminary forecast for the next southern hemisphere citrus season was presented to representatives of the citrus sector in Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Peru, South Africa and Uruguay; Citrus production is expected to decrease by 0.77% compared to the previous year, with an estimated production of 24,338,123 tons. However, exports are ...

Source: InfoAgro