Chile: Citrus production and exports will increase in 2023

Published 2022년 12월 15일

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The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released a report predicting a surge in citrus production in Chile for 2023. Oranges and lemons are expected to reach 200,000 metric tons each, a 22% and 5.7% increase from 2022 respectively. Orange export volume is projected to hit 105,000 metric tons, up by 20%, while lemon exports are anticipated to amount to 100,000 metric tons. Mandarin exports are forecast to experience the most significant growth, with a projected increase of 38.9% to 200,000 metric tons. However, low temperatures have damaged fruit quality in various regions, leading to decreased production estimates for some citrus types.

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According to the entity's new report, orange production will grow to 200,000 metric tons, 22% more than the 164,000 metric tons obtained in 2022. Citrus are among the most exported fruits from Chile and in 2023 they will have a rebound according to a new report from the US Department of Agriculture. (USDA). Lemon production would grow to 200,000 metric tons and the cultivated area would reach 21,000 hectares, that is, 5.7% more than in 2022. In the case of exports, they would total 100,000 metric tons, a figure that represents an increase compared to the 60,000 metric tons registered in 2022. Meanwhile, orange production will increase to 200,000 metric tons, 22% more than the 164,000 metric tons obtained in 2022. The USDA estimates that the orange planted area will reach 15,814 acres in 2023, 0.5% more than in 2022. Regarding exports, they will reach a total of 105,000 metric tons in 2023, which means an increase of 20% compared to 2022. In the case of shipments of mandarins, they ...

Source: Redagricola