New Rochelle, N.Y.-based LGS Specialty Sales says it expects an early start for Moroccan citrus this season.
The company, an importer of citrus, avocados, grapes, and persimmons, shared an update on the transition from Southern Hemisphere fruit to Moroccan citrus ahead of the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce and Floral Show in Atlanta, according to a news release.
The company will exhibit at booth No. 2057 during the show to discuss what is on the horizon for winter citrus.
“This year, we are thankful for an earlier start to the Moroccan season with a healthy supply of mandarins we anticipate through April,” Luke Sears, president and founder of LGS Specialty Sales, said in the release. “LGS’ strategy to ensure consistent supply of fruit for our customers revolves around the plans we implement with importers to meet demand each year.”
The company collaborates with select growers around the world to provide its customers with high-quality, in-season fruit sourced from growing regions known for having optimal climate and soil conditions, the release said. During this time of year, Moroccan fruit not only offers more variety to the U.S. market, but also offers better positioning as it relates to supply chain efficacy, the company said.
“Due to Morocco’s location, we are able to give our customers competitive import pricing that is cost effective,” Sears said. “We want the industry to know that LGS is a 365-day supplier of all things citrus and we’re here to help support year-round.”
LGS said it concluded the Southern Hemisphere season strong with cara caras, grapefruit, mandarins and minneolas. Chilean w. murcotts are currently holding steady with supply expected through Thanksgiving and Moroccan citrus becoming available at the beginning of November, the release said.
