Demand for oranges was sluggish this week, according to Hortifruti/Cepea. High prices and lower quality (predominance of small and wilted oranges) have reduced demand. Prices were supported by low supply for another week. According to data from Cepea, in the partial of the week (Monday to Thursday), pear orange averages R$ 41.00/box of 40.8 kg (in the tree), showing a slight increase of 0.6% from the week before. Prices of the Tahiti acid lime fell again in São Paulo due to the limited national demand. In addition, according to Cepea, exports of the variety have increased in recent days due to small interest from the domestic market and, consequently, lower prices. Tahiti acid lime this week average R$ 35.50/box of 27 kg (harvested), about 11.2% lower than in the previous period.
Source: Agrolink (*Translated by Ia Niani)