In General

Market activity across most commodities in the Middle East remains slow, with a lower demand driven by ongoing uncertainty, and consumer spending is increasingly focused on essential goods. The lower demand is further impacted by outflow of expatriates following the ceasefire.

Grapes continue to perform well, supported by steady demand. The first arrivals of Egyptian grapes are expected to enter the market within the next 10–15 days.

• Citrus
• Pome
• Grape, Stone & Kiwi Fruit
• India & Bangladesh
• PPECB Statistics

Last Egyptian Navels and lemons are still available in the Saudi market, with large volumes of Egyptian Valencia oranges at low prices.

Prices for South African lemons are starting to drop as volumes and arrivals increase.

South Africa

Lemon supply continues to improve gradually as more harvesting regions come into production. Volumes are increasing week-on-week, although the market has not yet reached peak supply levels.

Weather conditions in northern production areas remain a concern, with intermittent rainfall still causing minor disruptions to be harvesting and packing.

The Eastern Cape is now entering the market with early volumes, contributing to the overall increase in supply.

Grapes           

Seedless Grapes (Red & Black)

The season has effectively concluded. Only isolated volumes are available in certain markets, with quality becoming variable. Prices remain elevated where stock is still available, but trading activity is minimal.

Seeded Grapes

Seeded grapes have fully exited the market. No significant trading activity is being reported.

Stone Fruit

Plums
The plum season has now officially ended. Any residual stock is of inconsistent quality and limited availability, with most markets no longer actively trading plums.

India

Citrus

There are still Chinese mandarins in the market and will be for a while still. SA are starting to export Novas, Leanri and RHM by week 18 already and from different areas in the country.

Bangladesh

Slow Market

Sales in the market is slow. Importers are losing money on apples and citrus (Egyptian citrus and mandarins from China).