Brazil: Orange has new high prices; Tahiti lime drops to R$ 19/box of 27 kg

Orange prices continue to rise in the table market. According to Cepea researchers, the boost comes from the limited supply and attractive values offered by the industry. In this week's partial (Monday to Thursday), pears were traded at an average of R$ 67.20/box of 40.8 kg, harvested, an increase of 3% compared to the previous week. Among the late varieties, the natal one increased in value even more in the period, by 6.6%, being sold at an average of R$ 63.05/box of 40.8 kg. As for Tahiti acid lime, the movement is a drop in prices, reflecting the increase in supply after the rain, which benefited the development of the fruit and stimulated the harvest. Furthermore, the ...