The surge in Citrus demand and the fall in production this season led to the early end of the 2019 / 20 season for Spanish fresh oranges, mandarins and lemons. Citrus grader can alleviate the problem of labor shortage.

According to the latest report from the price observation station of the Ministry of agriculture, animal husbandry, fisheries and sustainable development of Spain, fresh orange, orange and lemon will come to the end of 2019 / 20 season ahead of schedule due to the soaring demand for citrus caused by the COVID-19 epidemic and the decline in production of Andalusian citrus this season, which is currently in the process of selling late maturing products, EFE reported.

On the other hand, the report clearly points out that due to the continuous slowdown of the market, the speed of fruit storage has not changed with the change of demand. Problems such as lack of orchard and warehouse workers, recent rainfall and slowing border transport are all current challenges.

Because of the COVID-19, many people had to stay at home and could not attend the sorting of oranges in the factory. Citrus sorter can alleviate the problem of labor shortage. Our citrus weight grading machine can sort 25000 pcs/h, and no damage to fruits.