A variety of weather-related problems has severely impacted the world’s supply of lemons, with shortages of around 30% expected this year, according to Givaudan, the world’s largest flavours company. This, in turn, is driving up lemon oil prices significantly. Compared with 2004, these have increased more than fivefold, putting a particular strain on the beverage industry, one of the largest consumers of lemon oil globally. Givaudan Flavours is launching its solution to help... ...Read more »

Givaudan, a leading flavour developer, believes it has raised the bar for vanilla and citrus flavour creation after a significant investment and global research into “what’s next” for two of the world’s favourite flavours. Building upon a strong heritage in vanilla flavours and taste, Givaudan’s consumer-driven TasteEssentialsTM Vanilla programme reportedly optimizes and pushes the boundaries of traditional vanilla flavour toward new and distinctive consumer-winning... ...Read more »

Industry participants from the citrus supply chain, from growers to retailers, have recently discussed prospects for the upcoming citrus season at national forums facilitated by Australian Citrus Growers Inc (ACG). Despite the tough conditions created by the ongoing drought and low water allocations faced by many Australian citrus growers, consumers can expect high quality, great eating Australian Navel oranges and mandarins this autumn/winter. Australia’s favourite mandarin variety,... ...Read more »

It is expected that the citrus crop will be lower this season due to the drought. Growers in NSW and Queensland are still expected to have an average crop size due to recent rains, however the Murray Valley area in Victoria and the Riverland region of South Australia haven’t been so fortunate, with an expectation that the amount of fruit produced will be about 25% below average. The price of citrus fruit could therefore be expected to rise  Read More →