W35: Grapefruit Update

In W35 in the grapefruit landscape, recent reports indicate that the arrival of South African grapefruit in China has been limited, and merchants have noted that the overall price of grapefruit in 2023 is lower than in 2022. Additionally, sales of grapefruit are reportedly slow. This situation may be influenced by various factors such as market conditions, supply levels, and consumer demand. Lower prices and slower sales could impact the grapefruit trade in China during the specified period.

Furthermore, Florida’s all-citrus production in the 2022/23 season is 18.1 million boxes, down 60% from the previous season’s 45.3 million boxes. The grapefruit production in Florida decreased 46% year-over-year (YoY) to 1.81 million boxes.