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Egyptian citrus exports reached about 2.10 million tonnes in the 2024/25 season — including 1.66 million tonnes of oranges — confirming Egypt as the world’s number-one orange exporter by volume even in a year when volumes dipped. This report compiles the season’s volumes, destinations, varieties and prices into one citable reference, updated annually at season open. For the mango equivalent, see the Egyptian Mango Export Report; for the full buyer guide, see the Egyptian citrus export guide.
Behind the headline dip is a strong market: export value actually rose as prices climbed, the four core destinations held firm, emerging markets in the Americas kept growing, and the 2025/26 season opens with production rebounding to around 4.0 million tonnes. The figures below set out where Egypt’s citrus goes, what it earns, and where it is heading.
Last Updated: June 2026 — 2026 edition. Figures use official Egyptian marketing-year data (Sept–July) cross-checked with USDA FAS and OEC; see Sources & Methodology.
Table of Contents
At a Glance
The headline numbers, ready to quote:
- Egypt shipped ~2.10 million tonnes of citrus in 2024/25, including ~1.66 million tonnes of oranges — down 12.08% and 12.94% respectively versus the record 2023/24 season.
- Egypt is the world’s #1 orange exporter by volume and #2 by value (USD 1.01 billion of oranges in 2024).
- Total citrus export value rose to ~USD 1.13 billion (from ~USD 1.09 billion) despite the lower volume — export prices climbed 60–70% for most of the season and roughly doubled in March 2025.
- Top four orange destinations: Russia 247,628 t, Saudi Arabia 246,421 t, Netherlands 201,426 t, UAE 114,448 t — Saudi Arabia was the only one of the four to grow (+8.2%).
- The dip was demand-driven: orange processing rose ~50% to 600,000 t as fruit was diverted to juice and concentrate at home.
- 2025/26 outlook: USDA projects orange production up ~500,000 t to ~4.0 million tonnes (+15%) with exports near 1.9 million tonnes; the WCO expects Egypt to become the Mediterranean’s largest citrus producer at 4.95 million tonnes.
Egypt in the Global Orange Market
Egypt is consistently among the world’s largest orange producers and the leading orange exporter by volume. By value it ranks second globally, behind Spain, reflecting Spain’s higher unit prices into the EU. Global fresh orange exports are forecast at roughly 4.9 million tonnes in 2025/26, with Egypt and South Africa accounting for the growth as Türkiye declines.
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Rank by export volume | #1 worldwide | USDA FAS |
| Rank by export value | #2 of 144 exporters | OEC (2024) |
| Orange export value | USD 1.01 billion | OEC (2024) |
| Top markets by value (2024) | Russia $146M · Saudi $114M · Netherlands $79.3M · UAE $58.9M · Spain $51.3M | OEC |
| Share of global fresh orange shipments | ~40–45% (by some estimates) | industry analyses |
| Global fresh orange exports (2025/26 f) | ~4.9 million tonnes (+2%) | USDA FAS |
2024/25 Season Results
Citrus and Oranges — Volume and Value
Official Egyptian figures for September 2024 to July 2025 show citrus export volume down but total value up, as sharply higher prices more than offset the volume decline.
| Metric | 2023/24 | 2024/25 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total citrus exports | 2,391,145 t | 2,102,316 t | −12.08% |
| Orange exports | 1,908,212 t | 1,661,211 t | −12.94% |
| Total citrus export value | USD 1.086 bn | USD 1.134 bn | +4.4% |
| Orange processing (domestic) | ~400,000 t | ~600,000 t | +50% |
| Countries served | ~126 | 124+ | — |
Source: official Egyptian figures via FreshPlaza; USDA FAS. Total citrus value is the firm official figure; orange-specific marketing-year revenue is not reported cleanly and is omitted here.
Why Export Volumes Fell
The decline was demand-driven rather than a sign of weakness. First, a wave of new domestic juice and concentrate plants pulled an extra ~200,000 tonnes of oranges into processing, lifting processing utilisation about 50% to 600,000 tonnes. Second, orange production fell about 12% to 3.7 million tonnes after unfavourable weather. Third, export prices rose so sharply late in the season — up 60–70% for most of the campaign and roughly doubling in March 2025 — that some buyers reached their ceiling. Red Sea disruption also kept Asian shipments difficult, with Gulf ferry rates rising from USD 2,500 to USD 6,000 per tonne.
Top Orange Destinations
The four structural core markets held their positions. Russia remained number one by volume despite a double-digit decline, while Saudi Arabia was the only top-four market to grow, supported by ferry routes across the Red Sea.
| Market | 2024/25 (t) | 2023/24 (t) | Change | 2024 value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russia | 247,628 | 282,500 | −14.08% | $146M |
| Saudi Arabia | 246,421 | 227,702 | +8.22% | $114M |
| Netherlands | 201,426 | 230,404 | −14.38% | $79.3M |
| UAE | 114,448 | 126,255 | −10.31% | $58.9M |
| Spain | — | — | — | $51.3M |
Volumes: official Egyptian figures via FreshPlaza (2024/25). Values: OEC (calendar 2024). Note: the Saudi line rose ~8% — a source labelling it a decline is inconsistent with its own figures.
Emerging Markets
With Asia constrained by the Red Sea, exporters kept building the Americas and Eastern Europe. Canada was the standout, and Brazil and Argentina continued their growth trajectory.
| Market | 2024/25 (t) | 2023/24 (t) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 38,948 | 21,116 | +45.78% |
| Brazil | growing | — | +137% (2023/24) |
| Argentina | growing | — | rising |
| Poland | growing | — | +117% (2023/24) |
Canada: official figures show 38,948 t in 2024/25; Egypt’s orange exports to Canada have risen nearly thirtyfold over three seasons, generating over USD 20 million.
Citrus Beyond Oranges
Oranges dominate, at roughly four-fifths of export volume, but Egypt also ships mandarins and easy-peelers, lemons and limes, and grapefruit. The non-orange segment is where varietal diversification and counter-seasonal supply add value.
| Type | Volume / share | Key varieties |
|---|---|---|
| Oranges | 1,661,211 t (~79% of citrus exports) | Valencia, Washington Navel, Baladi |
| Mandarins / soft citrus | part of the ~440,000 t non-orange balance | Clementine, Murcott, Nadorcott |
| Lemons & limes | ~147,000 t (2023/24) | Adalia (Egyptian lemon), Eureka |
| Grapefruit | smaller volumes | Star Ruby |
Non-orange splits for 2024/25 are partial; lemon volume shown is the 2023/24 official figure.
Prices and Value
2024/25 was a high-price season. The price bases below measure different points in the chain and are not directly comparable.
| Indicator | Value | Basis / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total citrus export value | USD 1.086 bn → 1.134 bn | 2023/24 → 2024/25 · official |
| Orange export value | USD 1.01 bn | 2024 · OEC |
| Citrus value per tonne | USD 497 → 474 | 2022/23 → 2023/24 · official |
| Season price move | +60–70% (most of season); ~2× in Mar 2025 | 2024/25 · FreshPlaza |
| Gulf ferry rate (Red Sea) | USD 2,500 → 6,000 / tonne | 2024/25 · USDA FAS |
Production and Supply Base
Oranges account for the large majority of Egypt’s citrus area, grown mainly across the Nile Delta and Beheira and the newer reclaimed lands. Production fell in 2024/25 on weather but rebounds strongly for 2025/26 as recently planted orchards reach maturity.
| Metric | 2024/25 | 2025/26 (f) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange production | 3.7 MMT (−12%) | 4.0 MMT (+15%) | USDA FAS |
| Orange acreage (planted) | ~170,000 ha | 170,000 ha | USDA FAS |
| Harvested area | 152,000 ha | 160,000 ha | USDA FAS |
| Oranges as share of citrus area | ~70–80% | — | USDA / Produce Report |
| Main regions | Nile Delta, Beheira, Sharqia, Ismailia, Nubaria | — | industry |
Season Window and Logistics
The export season is determined by the Agricultural Export Council’s citrus committee on ripening and colour, typically opening in mid-to-late November and — thanks to strong cold storage — running to late July. Navel oranges lead early (December–February) and Valencia follows (March–July). For the month-by-month picture, see the Egyptian citrus season calendar.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Season window | Mid/late November to late July (cold storage); 2024/25 official start 1 December |
| Lead ports | Alexandria (~60%), Damietta (~25%), Port Said |
| 40ft HC reefer | 1,900–2,100 cartons · 26–27 t · 4–8°C · 15 kg cartons |
| Transit to Rotterdam | ~7–9 days |
| Gulf ferry (Red Sea reroute) | USD 2,500 → 6,000 / tonne |
2025/26 Season Outlook
The new season opens with production rebounding and Egypt strengthening its regional lead. USDA and the World Citrus Organisation use different scopes — orange-only versus all-citrus — so both are shown.
| Indicator | Forecast | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt orange production | 4.0 MMT (+15%) | USDA FAS |
| Egypt orange exports | ~1.9 MMT | USDA FAS |
| Egypt total citrus (largest in Mediterranean) | 4.95 MMT (+13.85%) | WCO |
| Northern Hemisphere oranges | −2.16% to 13.86 MMT | WCO |
| Northern Hemisphere soft citrus | +5.91% to 8.51 MMT | WCO |
| Northern Hemisphere lemons | −12.38% to 4.23 MMT | WCO |
| Global fresh orange exports | +2% to ~4.9 MMT | USDA FAS |
What Buyers Should Know
Egypt offers volume security, a long mid-November-to-July window, and a competitive cost structure that holds up even when freight is volatile. The practical levers for 2025/26: lock Navel programmes for December–February and Valencia for March–July, plan Gulf shipments around ferry costs, and use Egypt as a core orange origin rather than a swing supplier. PEI Trade ships across these varieties and markets and can advise on calibre, packing, ports and Incoterms by destination.
PEI Trade Campaign & Desk Data
PEI Trade’s own 2025/26 orange campaign — run through its Nile Prime brand — is the original layer in this report. Per trade-press reporting, PEI Trade recorded its highest shipment volume, container count and destination coverage of any campaign. FOB ranges below are indicative references.
| Item | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2025/26 campaign (Nile Prime) | Record shipment volume, container count and destination coverage | FreshPlaza |
| Loading window | Week 50/2025 to Week 20/2026; peak February–April | PEI Trade / FreshPlaza |
| Ports used | Alexandria, Damietta, Port Said | PEI Trade / FreshPlaza |
| Sourcing & standards | GLOBALG.A.P.-certified orchards (Nile Delta, Beheira); HACCP-certified packing | PEI Trade / FreshPlaza |
| Navel FOB (Dec–Feb) | Indicative FOB Egypt range: USD 560–700/MT for export-grade Navel oranges in 15 kg open-top cartons. Typical commercial desk level: USD 8.40–10.50 per 15 kg carton, depending on size count, packing station, quality grade, and loading week. | PEI Trade |
| Valencia FOB (Mar–Jul) | Indicative FOB Egypt range: USD 580–720/MT for export-grade Valencia oranges in 15 kg open-top cartons. Typical commercial desk level: USD 8.70–10.80 per 15 kg carton, with stronger levels during late-season demand and peak export movement. | PEI Trade |
Sources & Methodology
Method. This report uses official Egyptian marketing-year figures (September–July) as the spine, cross-checked against USDA FAS marketing-year data and OEC / ITC Trademap calendar-year data, with IndexBox for per-tonne pricing. Marketing-year and calendar-year periods differ, and USDA’s pre-season export forecast (1.95 MMT) is higher than the official realised figure (1.66 MMT); we report the realised official figure and label forecasts as such.
- Volumes, value, destinations: official Egyptian figures via FreshPlaza; OEC; ITC Trademap.
- Production & forecasts: USDA FAS Citrus Annual; USDA Citrus: World Markets & Trade; World Citrus Organisation.
- Original layer: PEI Trade / Nile Prime 2025/26 campaign data (see above).
Key references used in this edition:
- FreshPlaza — Egypt exported 1.66 million tonnes of oranges in 2024/25
- FreshPlaza — Egyptian orange exports rise to 1.9 million tons in 2025/26
- FreshPlaza — Egypt reaches record orange export volumes to Canada
- Citrus Industry — Egyptian orange crop to increase (2025/26)
- World Citrus Organisation — 2025/26 Northern Hemisphere forecast
Edition: 2026 · Compiled: June 2026 · Update cadence: annually at season open.
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Egyptian Citrus Exports — FAQ
How much citrus and oranges does Egypt export?
In the 2024/25 season (September 2024 to July 2025) Egypt exported 2,102,316 tonnes of citrus, including 1,661,211 tonnes of oranges, down 12.08% and 12.94% respectively versus the record 2023/24 season.
Is Egypt the largest orange exporter in the world?
Egypt is the world’s number-one orange exporter by volume (USDA FAS) and the second largest by value, exporting USD 1.01 billion of oranges in 2024 (OEC).
Where does Egypt export oranges to?
The top destinations in 2024/25 were Russia (247,628 t), Saudi Arabia (246,421 t), the Netherlands (201,426 t) and the UAE (114,448 t). Egypt ships oranges to more than 120 countries.
Why did Egyptian orange exports fall in 2024/25?
Mainly because fruit was diverted to the domestic processing industry, with orange processing up about 50% to 600,000 tonnes, alongside lower production after unfavourable weather and sharply higher export prices late in the season.
When is the Egyptian citrus season?
The export season typically begins in mid-to-late November and, using cold storage, extends to late July. Navel oranges lead early (December to February) and Valencia follows (March to July).
What is the outlook for 2025/26?
USDA FAS projects Egyptian orange production up about 500,000 tonnes to 4.0 million (+15%), with exports near 1.9 million tonnes, while the World Citrus Organisation expects Egypt to become the Mediterranean’s largest citrus producer at 4.95 million tonnes.
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