The Australian citrus harvest is about to start, the first Navels should be ready for export at the beginning of May.
Sai World grows most of their citrus in the Riverland region of Australia, where the soil and climate are well suited for citrus. The cool nights helps colour and sunlight during the day ensures good brix levels, normally between 12-16.
“We are expecting a good harvest this season,” said Sam Vasala from Sai World. “Probably not as heavy as last year but better sizing. We expect the early fruit to be medium to small size, quality is looking very good, definitely better than last year and the weather has been kind, with not too much rain.”
Sam expects the Asian markets to be strong, especially in the first couple of months.
“Costs for Australian growers have gone up, same as for growers around the world and the markets don’t want to pay pre-Covid prices. Freight costs into Asia are also still high, but they have not gone up any and some have come down a little. It will take time to get the rates back to normal, but we are seeing indications in the right direction.
“The main thing is that we won’t see the delays that we had last year, we pick to order and delays, for everyone, affect the quality on arrival.”
For more information:
Sam Vasala
Sai World Pty Ltd
Tel: +61 (07) 5641 2217
Mob: +61470406579
Email: [email protected]
www.saiworld.com.au