Season & Harvest Hub: Citrus Seasonality & Supply Guide

Understanding citrus seasonality is crucial for import planning, pricing strategies, and supply chain management. This hub provides comprehensive information about Gannan orange seasons, harvest calendars, and year-round supply options.

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๐Ÿ“… Season & Harvest Hub

Complete guide to citrus seasons, harvest calendars, and year-round supply strategies.

Gannan Navel Orange Season Calendar

Period Status Quality Price Trend
October-November Early season Good Lower (supply building)
December-February Peak season Excellent Stable (high supply)
March-April Late season Very Good Rising (supply decreasing)
May onwards Off season Variable Higher (limited supply)

Global Citrus Seasonality

Region Season Peak Months Key Varieties
China (Gannan) Oct-Apr Dec-Feb Navel, Blood orange
Brazil Jun-Nov Aug-Oct Navel, WA
USA (Florida) Nov-Apr Jan-Mar Valencia, Navel
USA (California) Oct-May Dec-Feb Navels, Blood
Spain Nov-Apr Jan-Mar Navel, Blood orange
Italy (Sicily) Dec-Mar Jan-Feb Tarocco, Moro
South Africa May-Sep Jul-Aug Navels, Cara Cara
Australia Apr-Sep Jun-Aug Navels, blood

Year-Round Supply Strategy

To maintain year-round supply, importers should source from different regions:

  • Oct-Jan: China (Gannan) + Spain
  • Feb-Apr: China + South Africa
  • May-Jul: South Africa + Australia
  • Aug-Sep: Brazil + South Africa

Pricing by Season

Season FOB Price ($/ton) Why
Peak Season (Dec-Feb) $550-700 High supply, competitive pricing
Early Season (Oct-Nov) $600-750 Lower supply, testing period
Late Season (Mar-Apr) $650-800 Decreasing supply, premium quality
Off Season (May-Sep) $800-1,000+ Limited supply, alternative sources

FAQ: Season & Harvest

What is the best time to import Gannan oranges?

The best time is December to February, when quality is at its peak and prices are most competitive due to high supply.

Can I get Gannan oranges year-round?

While Gannan oranges are seasonal (Oct-Apr), you can maintain year-round supply by sourcing from other regions like Brazil, South Africa, and Australia during the off-season.

How does seasonality affect pricing?

Prices are lowest during peak season (Dec-Feb) when supply is abundant. Early and late season prices are 10-20% higher, while off-season prices can be 40-60% higher.

Which country has oranges when Gannan is off-season?

During Gannan off-season (May-Sep), Brazil, South Africa, and Australia are the primary suppliers. Brazil dominates the Southern Hemisphere season.