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That Carton of Orange Juice Costs 40% More. What Is Happening?

Why is orange juice so expensive? A perfect storm of citrus greening disease and extreme weather has decimated global supply, sending prices to record highs.

By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Beverages

That Carton of Orange Juice Costs 40% More. What Is Happening?

Key points

  • Orange juice prices have hit record highs due to a global supply crisis driven by citrus greening disease in Florida and extreme weather in Brazil.
  • Expect to see continued high prices and potential product reformulation, with companies exploring blends of orange juice with other fruits like mandarin.
  • The crisis is causing a long-term shift in consumer behavior, with many shoppers reducing consumption or switching to alternative beverages.
  • Global orange juice stockpiles are at their lowest point in over a decade, making the market highly sensitive to any further supply shocks.

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