A smaller citrus harvest is predicted in the Northern Hemisphere

The World Citrus Organization (WCO) has published its annual Northern Hemisphere citrus forecast for the upcoming season (2024-25). The forecast is based on data from Egypt, Greece, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Spain, Tunisia, Turkey, the USA and, for the first time, Portugal. The forecast shows that citrus production is estimated at 27 million 297 thousand. tons, which is 8.73% less compared to the previous season. This is also 5.88% less than the average of the last 4 seasons. "The market data we have received shows a decrease compared to last year's high volumes," concluded Philip Binard, Secretary General of the World Customs Organization. "This is mainly due to Turkey's return to normal production levels after last season's record highs, as well as Egypt's expected reduction." He added: “Climatic issues such as late frosts, drought, heat or new pests and diseases are a constant threat to quality, color or harvest date. The market will continue to be affected by geopolitical ...