Overview of the world lemon market

The mood on the global lemon market is generally optimistic, with the exception of countries that are experiencing increasingly variable weather conditions. In the Netherlands, the lemon market remains stable and shows positive growth after a temporary drop in demand due to moderate weather conditions. In Belgium, on the other hand, lemon prices are showing a slight recovery due to smaller volumes and better weather. In Germany there is concern about blackspot in the Eureka breed, which mainly comes from South Africa. France, where the weather is good for lemon consumption, expects problems due to extreme heat in the coming seasons in the Northern Hemisphere. In Italy, various weather conditions have taken a toll on lemon production, leading to lower yields and sporadic deliveries, especially in regions such as Sicily, Calabria and Campania. However, Spain expects a significant increase in the volume of lemons due to favorable weather conditions, extensive plantation areas and ...