More setbacks in the Argentine citrus sector due to delayed start

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Argentina

Published May 20, 2023

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The Argentinian citrus sector is facing more setbacks after a delayed start to the new season due to drought, combined with the world's worst inflation rate of over 100% and currency issues. Despite these challenges, producers say they want to honor long-term investments and commitments and continue to supply the global market.

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According to citrus growers and exporters from Tucuman and other growing areas in Argentina, who are very sensitive to the disclosure of information due to the challenges and wish to remain anonymous: "The season started late due to weather problems. There was a significant drought and in there were periods of rain in April, so the harvest only started later in May with a smaller harvest." Official industry sources contacted did not respond in time for publication. Although the Argentine government has declared a state of emergency for lemon growers in Tucuman province, they and exporters say they are doing their best to "just hold on and survive the difficult period our country is going through." Argentina had some rain last month (April), but growers say it came too late to improve the size of early citrus ready for harvest. "At the moment, smaller fruits predominate. It is expected that we will export a smaller volume to the United States. Europe remains the largest buyer of ...

Source: AGF