PUBLISHER: Mordor Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 2113271
PUBLISHER: Mordor Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 2113271
According to Mordor Intelligence, the South America orange market size is projected to be USD 4.55 billion in 2025, USD 4.8 billion in 2026, and reach USD 6.3 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 5.59% from 2026-2031.

This report is Segmented by Geography (Brazil, Argentina, Venezuela, and Chile). The Report Includes Production Analysis (Volume), Consumption Analysis (Value and Volume), Import Analysis (Value and Volume), Export Analysis (Value and Volume), Wholesale Price Trend Analysis and Forecast, List of Key Players and More. The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) and Volume (Metric Tons).
South American consumers are increasingly prioritizing locally sourced produce, with 80% opting for home-grown products when available. Among these, 75.2% identify fruit as their primary local purchase category. Post-pandemic surveys indicate that 41.7% of households have increased their consumption of fruits and vegetables. However, only 17% meet the WHO (World Health Organization)'s recommended five-a-day guideline. In Argentina, austerity measures have pushed up poverty levels, leading to a decline in household spending on fresh fruit. Overall, robust local demand supports baseline production volumes in the South America orange market.
In the 2025/26 period, Brazil was the leading producer of 66 Brix frozen concentrated orange juice, accounting for a significant share of the global supply and generating significant export revenue. Global brands, such as Tropicana, now source 75% of their fruit from Brazilian processors, indicating a significant shift in the supply chain. Argentina's juice exports nearly doubled in value during early 2025, while Chile exported 103,000 metric tons of fresh oranges in 2024/25, capitalizing on counter-seasonal opportunities in the United States market. However, export taxes and currency controls in Argentina continue to suppress farm-gate returns, limiting reinvestment potential.
Huanglongbing (HLB) incidence in Sao Paulo increased from 19% in 2024 to 22.7% in 2025, reducing productive potential by approximately 35% and requiring growers to replant every five to seven years. As no commercially viable resistant rootstock is widely available, early detection and the removal of infected trees remain essential. Brazil's 330 million-box orange harvest in 2025/26 grew by only 3.7% compared to the previous season, highlighting the impact of the disease. In Argentina, lower planting density helps slow the spread of vectors, but the threat persists. If left unchecked, Huanglongbing (HLB) could significantly reduce the growth rate.
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