Rebound in citrus exports

According to statistics of May published by the Union of the Mediterranean Exporters, citrus exports grew by 185% in quantity and 109% in value: it is the pomelo that holds the record with an export, which passes from approximately 2,000 tons in 2013 to approximately 17,000 tons in May 2014. The oranges are not left with a 320% increase from 3500 tons to 15,000 tons. The smallest increase is that of lemons, only (!) of 53%.

The reason for this increase may be due to the fact that the Russian market has experienced a lot of problems this season with the opening hours and prices offered very low. But exporters have preferred to sell at lower prices rather than ending up with unsold fruits.

Source : www.akib.org.tr