Italy has seen lime demand rise with the summer season, driven by the beverage sector and a tightening supply. Prices, which had been stagnant, are now climbing, with wholesale rates reaching €10–14 depending on the sales channel. In Spain, imports are still led by Brazil, though weather conditions have affected quality more than availability. Prices have started to recover with seasonal demand but remain lower than usual for this time of year.

The Dutch market has stabilized after an earlier oversupply, which had disrupted pricing. A drop in Brazilian shipments, combined with strong summer weather, is now supporting price recovery. German prices began to rise in July after a difficult first half of the year, reaching €9 in week 28 and are expected to hit €10 in week 29. Despite strong seasonal demand, moderate product rotation and continued supply growth have tempered the increase.

Belgium is also experiencing price recovery following a prolonged period of oversupply. Lower volumes and solid summer demand are helping to lift the market. In France, lime volumes have normalized after an oversupply earlier this year led to unsustainably low prices. With steady arrivals and strong seasonal demand, the market has now stabilized, and prices are rising. In the U.S., lime prices remain under pressure due to continued high volumes from Mexico, with expectations that they will hold steady or decrease slightly. Demand has softened after the Fourth of July holiday, while recent rains in Mexico may impact quality.

To read the full article, please visit  Global market overview : Limes. Published on July 21, 2025.