Orange production falls

The Mexican state of Tamaulipas, like its American neighbour Texas, has been hit by a drought that will cause a significant reduction in the production of oranges.

The drought that began in October 2010 is unprecedented and producers expect a poor harvest, the worst in living memory. 

The organization Unión Regional Agrícola Citricultores of production forecasts a 250,000 ton decline. A harvest of 350,000 tons of oranges is expected when the state of Tamulipas produces about 600,000 tons of oranges each year.

source : gaceta mx