We specialise exclusively in lemons and citrus. Every month we track buyer requests from international B2B trade channels to understand where demand is moving. Below is a summary of recently observed requests.
Recently observed citrus buyer requests
| Month | Destination | Product | Volume | Terms / notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | Singapore | Oranges (mixed with mangoes) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Any origin considered, L/C |
| Oct 2026 | Bangladesh | Oranges (Valencia type) | 1 × 40ft reefer | Any origin considered, deferred L/C |
| Oct 2026 | Spain | Citrus (with melons) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Any origin considered, L/C |
| Oct 2026 | Bahrain | Oranges (mixed with apples, bananas) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Any origin considered, L/C |
| Oct 2026 | France | Lemons | 3–4 × 20ft reefers | GlobalGAP and EU residue limits required |
| Oct 2026 | United Kingdom | Oranges (mixed with bananas, grapes, pomegranates) | 500–1,000 kg | Bank transfer |
| Oct 2026 | Poland | Oranges (mixed with mangoes, apples, bananas) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Any origin considered, L/C |
| Oct 2026 | Belgium | Oranges (mixed load with tropical fruit) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Any origin considered, L/C |
| Oct 2026 | Malaysia | Oranges (mixed with mangoes) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Any origin considered, L/C |
| Oct 2026 | Malta | Lemons | 1 × 20ft reefer | Payment by L/C |
| Oct 2026 | Qatar | Oranges (mixed with mangoes) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Any origin considered, L/C |
| Sep 2026 | Mauritius | Oranges (mixed with apples, grapes) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Any origin considered, L/C |
| Sep 2026 | France | Oranges (mixed with apples, grapes) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Any origin considered, L/C |
| Sep 2026 | Cyprus | Oranges (mixed with apples, mangoes) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Any origin considered, L/C |
| Sep 2026 | Netherlands | Oranges (mixed with apples) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Payment after arrival |
| Sep 2026 | Qatar | Oranges & mandarins (mixed with grapes, apples) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Any origin considered, L/C, CIF |
| Sep 2026 | Canada | Oranges (mixed with apples) | Approx. 1 tonne | Terms to be discussed |
| Sep 2026 | India | Lemons | Approx. 3 tonnes | Import permit and price sensitivity |
| Sep 2026 | Oman | Lemons (mixed with mangoes) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Gulf market, matches the Turkish lemon season |
| Sep 2026 | Central Asia via Georgia (UAE-based buyer) | Mandarins (Nadorcott type) | Regular 40ft reefer shipments | Recurring programme, L/C or staged payment |
| Sep 2026 | Japan | Oranges (mixed with apples) | 1 × 20ft reefer | Any origin considered, L/C |
| Aug 2026 | Romania | Lemons, oranges, mandarins, clementines | Trial pallets, scaling up | Sea via Constanța or by road |
Brokerage in 50+ Languages — No Language Barrier
lemonexport.com acts as an intermediary between buyers and suppliers in the lemon and citrus trade, in more than 50 languages.
With our own AI-powered communication system we offer:
- 📞 Voice calls in any language — we speak to buyers and suppliers in their own language.
- 💬 Written communication in any language — WhatsApp, e-mail and SMS, translated instantly.
- 🤝 End-to-end brokerage — pricing, samples, documents and loading handled in one place.
Whether your buyer speaks Russian, Arabic, Polish, Romanian or any other language, we act as translator and intermediary between them and Turkish growers.
Message us on WhatsApp — we reply in your language:
🇬🇧 UK WhatsApp: +44 7395 520071 · 🇹🇷 Türkiye WhatsApp: +90 532 455 66 94
What we see in the market
- Gulf and Central Asian buyers are looking for regular mandarin programmes, not one-off loads.
- EU buyers increasingly start with trial pallets or single 20ft containers before committing to volume.
- Most requests accept any origin and pay by L/C, which favours reliable, documented suppliers.
Citrus season calendar — Mersin, Türkiye
When each variety is typically available for export from our region.
| Product | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemon Enterdonat (Interdonato) | ||||||||||||
| Lemon Meyer | ||||||||||||
| Lemon Lamas | ||||||||||||
| Lemon Kütdiken | ||||||||||||
| Mandarin Satsuma | ||||||||||||
| Mandarin Clementine | ||||||||||||
| Mandarin Nadorcott / W. Murcott | ||||||||||||
| Orange Washington Navel | ||||||||||||
| Orange Valencia | ||||||||||||
| Grapefruit Star Ruby |
Indicative months; exact timing depends on weather and the year’s harvest. Lemons can be supplied from cold storage outside the harvest window — ask us for current availability.
Looking for lemons or citrus?
We source and ship lemons, mandarins, oranges and grapefruit from Mersin, Türkiye, the heart of Turkish citrus production, with short transit times to Europe, the Black Sea, the Gulf and Central Asia.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order?
Our standard unit is one 20ft or 40ft reefer container. For new buyers, smaller trial lots or mixed loads (lemons with mandarins or oranges) can be discussed.
Which payment terms do you accept?
Irrevocable L/C at sight, cash against documents (CAD) or advance payment, agreed per contract. Staged payment can be discussed for regular programmes.
Which Incoterms do you work with?
FOB Mersin, CFR and CIF to your port. Delivery to other destinations by road can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with the shipment?
Phytosanitary certificate, certificate of origin, commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading. GlobalGAP-certified sources can be arranged for EU and other demanding markets.
How are lemons packed?
Usually in carton boxes of around 10–15 kg or in mesh bags, sized and labelled to your specification. Private labelling is possible.
Can I get samples?
Yes. Samples or photo/video inspection of the actual lot can be arranged before loading.
Do you communicate in my language?
Yes. Our AI-supported team handles calls, WhatsApp, e-mail and SMS in more than 50 languages.
These summaries are compiled from publicly listed buyer requests on international B2B trade platforms and rewritten by us. Buyer identities and contact details are withheld. They do not represent orders placed with Lemon Export.