Update on the GCC countries
The market remained stable across most commodities this week. Mandarin pricing was the one exception that saw a big drop in price week on week. Egyptian lemons are achieving record-breaking prices not seen in years, driven by the absence of competition in the market and less supply from Egypt.
| 1.00 USD = 3.67 AED (Emirate Dirham) |
| 1.00 USD = 3.75 SAD (Saudi Riyals) |
| 1.00 USD = 121.92 BDT (Bangladeshi Taka) |
| 1.00 USD = 88.68 INR (Indian Rupees) |
| 1.00 USD = 17.33 ZAR (South African Rand) |
Citrus
Market update
Valencia market is stable seeing sales values exceeding the past two years. However, the purchase price of Valencias was also higher than previous years. Late Navels and Cambrias continue to perform well. Egyptian lemons are achieving record-high prices, driven by limited competition, reduced volumes as Egypt focuses on other markets, and a shortage of supply from Turkey. Mandarin prices decreased drastically but are not far off historic values.
Market Prices (Dubai, Kuwait and Jeddah)
Pome
Market Update
Market price levels have declined due to higher volumes compared to previous years. The market is currently supplied with pears from South Africa, China, Syria, Spain, and Chile. In contrast, the apple market remains stable and positive, supported by lower overall availability.
Market Prices (Dubai, Kuwait and Jeddah)
Grape, Stone, Kiwi Fruit
Grapes
In the Northern Cape, harvesting is set to begin in 2 weeks (week 47) with the Early Sweet and Prime varieties, continuing through weeks 48 and 49. Tawny is expected to start in week 49, followed by Sugraone, Evans Delight, and Midnight Beauty in weeks 50 and 51. Crimson and Arra 15 are anticipated to reach maturity around week 51.
Market update
White seedless grapes from Italy are performing well in the market, achieving high price levels for 4.5kg.
Stone Fruit -South Africa
South African volumes exported from South Africa to the Middle East is down by 100% on Peaches, while nectarines are up by 125% compared to last season.
Market update
The market is currently being supplied with stone fruit (peach and nectarine varieties) from South Africa and Australia by airfreight. The first sea-freight from South Africa is yet to arrive in the market.
Cherries – Market update
The market is currently supplied with cherries from South Africa and Chile. However, initial offers are now emerging from New Zealand, Argentina, and Australia, and it is only a matter of time before these origins enter the market and begin competing with South Africa and Chile.
Market Prices (Dubai, Kuwait and Jeddah)
India / Bangladesh
India
No report.
Bangladesh
No report.
SA Statistics
Decofrut Statistics
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