Egypt's orange exports to France have seen an upward trend, as reported by EastFruit. In 2024, exports reached 42.7 thousand tons, marking a 26% rise from the prior year, despite a 9% drop in revenue to $25.3 million.
The export window for Egyptian oranges to France typically runs from January to August, peaking between April and June. However, 2023 saw January exports surpass the five-year average by 4.5 times, with record volumes persisting through May and peaking in February.
Spain continues to dominate as the top orange exporter to France, accounting for over half of the imports. Other competitors include South Africa, Portugal, Italy, and Egypt, the latter gaining a growing share in France's import structure. Egyptian oranges represented less than 2% of France's total imports in 2022, increased to 8% in 2023, and further rose to 9.7% by the end of 2024. This growth has allowed Egypt to maintain its position as the third-largest orange exporter to France for two consecutive years. The increase in Egyptian exports aligns with a decrease in Moroccan shipments to France.
France also exports oranges, with 2024 figures showing 43.9 thousand tons sent to Spain, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, and other nations. It is inferred that some Egyptian oranges shipped to France may reach these markets as well. Additionally, Egypt, recognized as the world's leading orange exporter, is enhancing its supply to Brazil.
Source: EastFruit