Citrus/Cepea: Improvement in caliber and increased supply put pressure on orange and Tahiti prices in Brazil

The small increase in supply due to the rains weakened the trading prices of oranges in the fresh market this week (November 25-29). In addition, the low quality also influenced the drop in value – the fruits harvested have had a “watery” taste. The 40.8 kg box of the pear variety was traded this week (Monday through Friday) at an average of R$122.51, a 3.5% drop compared to the previous period. As expected by industry agents, the Tahiti lime has depreciated ...