Morocco achieved its highest lemon export volumes in five seasons during 2024/25, reversing a four-year decline, according to EastFruit.
Between November 2024 and October 2025, the country exported 9,700 tons of lemons, valued at over USD 5 million. This represents an 80% increase compared to 2023/24 and marks the strongest performance since 2010/11, when exports reached a record 18,000 tons.
After nearly matching that record in 2019/20 with 17,000 tons, Moroccan lemon exports fell steadily, hitting a low of 5,300 tons in 2023/24. The 2024/25 season not only delivered substantial growth but also broke the downward trend.
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Export patterns have also shifted. While shipments traditionally peaked in February and tapered off sharply from April, recent seasons have seen more balanced distribution. In 2024/25, April recorded the highest volumes, with May exports remaining robust.
Mauritania remains the leading destination, accounting for 45% of exports and marking its fourth consecutive year of growth. The United Kingdom ranked second, surpassing 1,000 tons for the first time in 17 years, followed by Russia with 9.2% of total shipments. The Netherlands and Canada resumed imports, while exports to France declined by 20%. Sales to smaller markets doubled, underscoring diversification in Morocco’s export portfolio.
In addition to lemons, Morocco successfully revived its watermelon exports in 2025.
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