Update on the GCC countries

The overall market remains strong for mandarins, pears, and lemons, with sustained high demand and rising price levels. Over the past few days, trading activity for these commodities has been particularly positive, reflecting continued market confidence.

In contrast, Valencia oranges continue to face some pressure, with prices holding steady but demand progressing at a slower pace. However, Cambria oranges have shown a slight improvement compared to last week, indicating a more encouraging trend.

Apples, on the other hand, are experiencing increased competition as larger volumes from multiple origins enter the market, adding pressure on pricing and demand.

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

The last Mandarin packing expected in the Western Cape next week. Midknight and Valencia volumes will continue for the next three weeks.

In the Eastern Cape the season is wrapping up with the last fruit being packed this week.

Letsitele and Senwes are finished.

Market update

In Saudi Arabia this week, Valencia prices have come under pressure due to increased market volumes, while Cambria oranges remain stable and continue to show signs of improvement.

Mandarins are performing exceptionally well, supported by lower availability, which has driven both sales and price levels higher, with quality and the right sizes playing a key role in market performance.

Lemon supply remains limited, with South African fruit currently performing well in the market due to Egyptian lemons that are still limited in supply, however by the 2^nd week of October there should be enough supply from Egypt. Turkish supply is expected to arrive within the next 10 days. Once Turkey enters, it will compete directly with Egypt on price.

Grapes – Market Update           

No report.

Kiwi fruit

No report.

Cherries -Chile

 In General

Last weekend, heavy rain, hail, and strong winds in central-Southern Chile have raised concerned about potential impact on the fruit industry that can effect fruit trees in full bloom or early fruit set, such as cherries, nectarines and some pear varieties.

India

Citrus still struggling. Forelle/Vermont doing well.

Importers are selling way below costs and the fruit has now stopped moving through the chain. Oranges are the hardest hit on losses. There is a lot of citrus still in storage and the biggest shipment weeks are still to make arrival. Forelle and Vermonts are doing well in the market.

Bangladesh

Apple Market Update

Big spike in South African Fuji Apples volumes shipped compared to last year and making arrival in the market weekly.