Citrus/Cepea: Restricted supply and firm demand keep orange prices high in Brazil

Cepea surveys indicate that table orange prices continue to rise. According to researchers at this center, the boost comes from restricted supply, especially pears, coupled with firm demand in the face of high temperatures. In this week's partial (Monday to Thursday), pear oranges are priced at an average of R$ 83.08/box of 40.8 kg, on the tree, an increase of 0.9% compared to the previous period. Natal, in turn, is sold at R$ 78.23/box, an increase of 1.6% in the same comparison. Tahiti lime prices remain at low levels, as indicated by Cepea, due to the abundant supply during this peak harvest period for the fruit. Despite specific reactions, the downward movement in values has been observed since December. In the January partial ...