Greater volumes of citrus from the southern hemisphere are expected in the United States

Published 2024년 5월 10일

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Salix Fruits has initiated its Summer Citrus Program, marking the start of the lemon, mandarin, and orange seasons in the southern hemisphere, with expectations for a recovery in citrus volumes from various origins. The season is expected to last from March to October, with a notable increase in US citrus imports. However, the European market faces oversupply issues due to high imports of Spanish, Moroccan, and Egyptian citrus. South Africa is a significant supplier of citrus to the US market, as local growers deal with diseases. Salix Fruits aims to provide high-quality products and maintain its leadership position in the Southern Hemisphere citrus industry.

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Salix Fruits, one of the leading companies in the import and export of fresh fruit, has already begun its Summer Citrus Program, marking the beginning of the lemon, mandarin and orange seasons in the southern hemisphere. The season started in March-April with early mandarins and will continue until October. "Lemons will be available from March to September, while oranges, starting with the Navel and continuing with the Valencia, will be available from May to October," said Alejandro Moralejo, general director of Salix Fruits. "Grapefruits will be available from May to August and Tahiti limes throughout the year in Colombia and Peru," he added. Moralejo pointed out that they expect a recovery in citrus volumes of almost all origins. The latest report from the United States Department of Agriculture shows that between January and February of this year, citrus imports by the US market increased by 34 million pounds compared to 2023. "After last year's climate challenges, such as the ...

Source: MXfruit