In General

The overall market across the GCC countries appears to have slowed following Hajj and Eid. Congestion at Jeddah Port remains a significant challenge, with a large number of containers still delayed in the port, creating a bottleneck in the supply chain.

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

Lemons

Lemon sales and price levels have declined, while navels and mandarins continue to perform well. This presents a favourable opportunity for South African navels and mandarins, provided that shipment volumes are managed carefully to avoid oversupplying the market.

Oranges

Egyptian Valencia oranges remained widely available across the market, with supply levels sufficient to meet current demand requirements.

Grapes           

Seedless Grapes (Red & Black)

Seedless grape prices remained under pressure this week as market inventories continued to weigh on trading conditions. Demand was steady, although buyers remained selective, focusing on fresher arrivals and higher-quality fruit. Market activity was moderate, with competition increasing across wholesale channels.

Seeded Grapes

Red Globe grape supply remained steady following ongoing arrivals from Peru. Market availability continued at comfortable levels, maintaining competitive pricing across the region. Demand remained stable, supported by regular retail programmes and consistent consumer purchasing.

Stone Fruit

Plums
Plum trading remained relatively stable across the region, with supply levels continuing to support consistent market availability. Pricing on selected varieties remained under pressure, particularly where inventories were elevated, while demand continued to favour premium-grade fruit with strong colour and eating quality.

Kiwi

Chilean kiwifruit has started arriving in the market and is currently trading at approximately USD 32–33 per 10kg carton.

India

Nova

The demand for Novas has increased however market expectations on prices on arrival are not good as late Chinees mandarins are still being shipped at landed costs below $8. Movement of Chinese Mandarin in the market has also been slow.

Bangladesh

Nova

Chinese mandarins will still be loading until end of week 24. This will affect the selling prices of SA mandarins arriving in the market as big volumes are expected. Importers are currently abandoning Egyptian Valencias on the Quayside.