Morocco: Production of limes and lemons increases by 9.3% over one year

Published 2020년 8월 17일

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Morocco's production of limes and lemons increased by 9.3% year on year from 2014, with the country producing 41,307 metric tons in 2019. The country ranked as the 32nd producer of limes and lemons in the world, with the main citrus regions being Souss-Massa, Gharb, Moulouya, Tadla, and Haouz. India is the world leader in lime and lemon production, followed by Mexico, China, and other countries. The increase in demand is due to the vitamin C content and natural antioxidants in lemons, which are particularly important during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Despite many variations, the Moroccan production of limes (limes) and lemons (yellow) increased by 9.3% year on year, since 2014. With 41,307 metric tons in 2019, the country was ranked as the 32nd producer of limes and lemons in the world, according to data from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). Rich in vitamin C and thanks to its natural antioxidants, lemon is a real ally for strengthening the immune system, hence the increase in demand during the advent of the new coronavirus pandemic (Covid-19). Consumed in the form of juice or confit to revive dishes, it plays a major role in the citrus industry in Morocco. The agricultural area reserved for the cultivation of limes and lemons was 3,306 hectares in 2019 in Morocco with a yield of 12.41 tons / ha. The main citrus regions in the Kingdom are: Souss-Massa, Gharb, Moulouya then the areas of Tadla and Haouz. India ranks first in the world in lime and lemon ...

Source: Agrimaroc