In São Paulo, Brazil, early October's high temperatures have raised concerns among citrus growers, affecting both the current season's fruits (2023/24) and the next crop's production (2024/25), particularly in non-irrigated areas. By mid-October, the anticipation for rainfall in major producing regions was high, aiming to mitigate the adverse effects of the heat.
The primary challenge faced in the 2023/24 season is the wilting of fruits, which compromises quality. Despite this, prices have remained stable due to the limited supply. Looking ahead to the 2024/25 season, the situation differs between irrigated and non-irrigated areas. In irrigated regions, fruit development is somewhat ahead, though concerns about high temperatures persist. Conversely, in non-irrigated areas, the lack of blossoming highlights the critical need for rainfall to restore soil moisture and promote blossoming.
Source: Cepea