W10: Weekly Lemon Update

Published 2023년 3월 15일

Japan

High Demand for Imported Lemons in Japan in Early March (Mar 10)

The warmer weather in Japan during early March of 2023 has increased the demand for lemon imports compared to previous months in 2023 by particular channels such as food services. The lemon stock volume from the United States and Turkiye at Japanese warehouses stayed below 100K cartons. Import supply might be affected in the upcoming weeks as supplying countries such as the United States and Turkiye face issues. Recent rainfalls in the US have resulted in supply shortages or cancellations of lemon shipments to Japan, which were supposed to arrive in late March and early April. On the other hand, Turkiye faces quality issues, as fruit is deteriorating as the end of the season approaches.

Peru

Peruvian Lemon Exports Reach 6,956T So Far This Season (Mar 7)

Peru shipped 1,127T in total during W8, which is 60% more than during the same week in 2022. The accumulated amount of the current campaign was 6,956T, 45% more than the previous one. The main buyers of Peruvian lemons were the United States, the United Kingdom, and Panama.

Lemon Price Increased by 19% Due to Rains in the North (Mar 10)

The Central Reserve Bank of Peru (BCRP) has revealed that the price of lemons has increased by 19% due to heavy rains in the north of Peru, but this rise will be temporary due to a conjunctural factor.