Oranges are one of the most loved fruits in the world. They are juicy, sweet and full of vitamin C, which helps keep us healthy. Many countries grow oranges, but only a few sell large amounts to other countries. Exporting oranges is an important part of the fruit trade. In this article, we will learn about the top-5 countries that export the most oranges in the world.
The world produces around 47.4 million metric tons of oranges every year. Brazil is the top producer, followed by China and India. These countries grow oranges on a large scale due to good weather, big farms and high demand for fresh fruit and juice.
Oranges are one of the most popular fruits in the world. Countries that grow a lot of oranges often export them to other nations. The top-5 nations supply millions of tonnes of fresh oranges to different parts of the world every year.
Here are the top-5 oranges exporting countries in the world in 2025:
Spain is the number one orange exporter in the world. The main orange-growing regions are Valencia, Andalusia and Murcia. Spanish oranges are harvested from November to June, making them perfect for winter markets. People love Spanish oranges because they are fresh, sweet and full of juice.
South Africa exports a large number of oranges, mostly to Europe and the Middle East. Since it is in the Southern Hemisphere, its growing season (May to October) is different from Northern countries. This helps meet the demand for oranges when other countries are out of season.
Egypt is quickly becoming one of the top orange exporters. It has a warm climate and is investing more in farming. Egypt mainly sends oranges to Russia, Saudi Arabia and European countries. Baladi and Valencia oranges from Egypt are very popular in these markets.
The United States, especially California and Florida, grows and exports many oranges. Countries like Canada, Japan and South Korea by U.S. oranges. However, a large part of the U.S. orange crop is used at home, especially for making orange juice.
The Netherlands does not grow many oranges, but it is a major re-export center. Through its busy Rotterdam port, it imports oranges from Africa and South America and then sends them to other European countries. This makes it one of the top orange exporters by trade.
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