Lemons – the season is shifting to imports from the Mediterranean basin
The European lemon market is currently undergoing a seasonal change. It is definitively switching to lemons from countries in the Mediterranean basin, replacing those imported from South Africa.

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Lemons much cheaper than a year ago
The lemon market (and, more broadly, the citrus market) in Europe has already entered the transition period between the phase dominated by imports from the southern hemisphere and the phase

Turkish and South African orange exports surge as Egyptian prices remain low
Türkiye exported 110.4 million EUR worth of oranges in the first half of 2026, while South Africa entered the peak of its Valencia season amid geopolitical disruptions in the Middle East.

Lemons Finally Cheaper Than a Year Ago
Summer is not the time of year when citrus fruits dominate the fresh fruit market in Europe, although it should be noted that their presence on supermarket and greengrocer shelves has been

Moroccan citrus exports rebound and Spain faces disease pressure
Morocco has recorded a significant rebound in lemon exports during the 2024/2025 campaign, reaching record levels, while Spain's Murcia region faces the spread of citrus yellow vein chlorosis

Strong growth in Turkish citrus exports and rising commercial demand for Spanish oranges
Turkish citrus exports reached €569 million in the first half of 2026, up 66% year-on-year, while Spanish wholesale demand for oranges rose sharply by over 43%. Turkish citrus exports during

Surge in citrus pest interceptions from South Africa as EU import season begins
June 2026 saw an increase of 66% in pest and disease interceptions in citrus shipments to the EU from third countries, with South Africa accounting for over half of all detections at the start of

The Australian citrus season is kicking off with consistent supply and strong demand for exports.
The Australian citrus season has started for BGP International, with harvesting in full swing in the Riverina and Riverland regions for navels and lemons. IronBark Royal Honey Murcotts and

South Africa continues to be Germany's primary source of Southern Hemisphere citrus fruits.
"Lemons have been in great demand," says Safresco head of sourcing in Southern Africa, Jacques Morgan. "With markets becoming less crowded, South Africa has become a more important supplier of

Argentina has certified 27,000 tons of lemons for export so far this year.
The National Food Safety and Quality Service (Senasa) is continuing its phytosanitary inspection and certification activities for fresh citrus fruits as part of the 2026 export campaign.

"Dobra popyt na cytryny i mandarynki" Translation: "Good demand for lemons and tangerines"
"The season for Spanish oranges is currently coming to an end. Valencia oranges from Egypt are still arriving, but sales are very slow at the moment," says Tom Leenheer of Van Ooijen Citrus. "The

Morocco is increasing its lemon exports and is set for a record season in 2025/26.
Morocco has continued to increase its lemon exports, exceeding last season's numbers in the first six months of 2025/26, as reported by EastFruit. Between October 2025 and March 2026, the country

Morocco has exported 11,400 tons of lemons in the first half of the 2025/26 season.
Morocco continued to increase its lemon exports during the first half of the 2025/26 season, as reported by EastFruit. From October 2025 to March 2026, the country exported 11,400 tons of lemons

Polenghi celebrates 50 years of lemon and relaunches on the home consumption #tuttofood26
On the occasion of Tuttofood 2026, we met Filippo Scandellari, CEO of Polenghi, who presented us with the innovations with which the group celebrates half a century of activity in lemon juice. An

Lemon Prices - May 19, 2026
Overview of Current Lemon Prices in Poland and EuropeThe European lemon market has been displaying varied pricing dynamics with a notable stability in Poland, contrasted by modest increases in

Vietnamese pomelo exports are expanding into Australia and China.
Wietnam oficjalnie rozpoczął eksportowanie zielonych grejpfrutów do Australii w kwietniu 2026 roku, podczas gdy nowe protokoły eksportowe dla grejpfrutów i cytryn do Chin

Lemon Prices - May 18, 2026
Overview of Lemon Prices in Poland and EuropeAs of mid-May 2026, lemon prices across various Polish and European wholesale markets demonstrate intriguing variations influenced by both local and

Lemon Prices - May 17, 2026
Current Overview of Lemon Prices in Poland and EuropeThe European lemon market is showcasing a spectrum of prices, reflective of regional supply and demand dynamics. As of May 17, 2026, data from

Citrus trees infected with yellow vein chlorosis were uprooted in Alicante, Spain.
The appearance of yellow vein chlorosis in citrus plantations in Alicante has raised significant concerns among farmers, as there is currently no treatment available for the virus. The only way to

Lemon Prices - May 14, 2026
Overview of Lemon Prices in Poland and EuropeThe fresh lemon market in Poland and Europe presents a diverse picture, with prices varying significantly across different wholesale markets. As of May

Lemon Prices - May 13, 2026
Overview of Lemon Prices in Poland and EuropeAs of mid-May 2026, lemon prices across various wholesale markets in Poland and parts of Europe exhibit interesting variations and trends.

Lemon Prices - May 12, 2026
Overview of Lemon Prices in Poland and EuropeIn the dynamic world of fresh produce, staying abreast of the latest price movements is crucial for both local and international buyers. This report

"Severe weather halts lemon supply from Eastern Cape"
In a citrus market update, the severe weather currently affecting South Africa cannot be ignored. "In the Eastern Cape, South Africa's largest citrus-growing region, rainfall has reached as much

Lemon Prices - May 11, 2026
Overview of Lemon Prices Across European Wholesale MarketsAs of May 11, 2026, lemon prices across various wholesale markets in Poland and other parts of Europe exhibit notable differences. This