News & Analysis | Fruitnet Citrus Congress · 24-25 NOVEMBER 2026, VALENCIA

Middle East market sees fundamental shift

Red Sea and Hormuz disruptions have redrawn trade routes, and market recovery is several years away, says Del Monte chief

Siza marks ten years of driving agricultural sustainability
What began as a practical response to international scrutiny has evolved into a nationally recognised assurance programme
Earlyna kicks off first full commercial season
New identification and traceability system will help protect the value of the extra-early mandarin variety
SweetCott mandarin has “commercial potential”, says Nadorcott Protection
The SweetCott mandarin variety has gained protected status in Europe until 2056, as Morocco’s Les Domaines broadens its premium late-season easy-peeler range
Analysis: Stable wholesale baselines, citrus pressures, and the warehouse logistical gridlock
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Morocco gets ready for export gains
Even closer alignment with the EU and UK for North African exporter
Industry partners unite to support Chile’s Aconcagua Valley
Partnership tackles water scarcity and farming resilience in key sourcing region for avocados, grapes, citrus, and cherries

Sales grow across multiple retail channels following in-store orange tastings