MAYER LEMON

Meyer lemon is a premium citrus variety known for its smaller, rounder fruits with a deep yellow to slightly orange rind and a thin, tender skin. The fruits typically measure 40–60 mm in diameter and are prized for their sweeter, less acidic flavor compared to traditional lemons, making them highly desirable for fresh consumption and culinary applications. Meyer lemons are also rich in vitamin C and aromatic oils, which enhance their appeal for gourmet cooking, beverages, and decorative use in premium markets.

The Meyer lemon tree is compact and vigorous, featuring dense foliage and a high fruiting capacity. It is well-suited to subtropical and Mediterranean climates and can also be grown successfully in containers for greenhouse or indoor production. Flowering and fruiting can occur multiple times per year under optimal conditions, offering extended harvesting windows. Careful irrigation, fertilization, and pruning practices help maintain fruit quality, size uniformity, and disease resistance. Post-harvest handling, including gentle sorting, cooling, and packaging, ensures that the fruits retain their delicate aroma, vibrant color, and shelf life.

Applications and Markets: Meyer lemons are widely used in fresh fruit markets, specialty culinary applications, high-end restaurants, and gourmet food products. Their sweeter flavor and attractive appearance make them highly desirable for export, premium retail, juice production, desserts, cocktails, and ornamental purposes. This variety is particularly valued by buyers seeking a distinctive, high-quality lemon that combines excellent taste, aesthetic appeal, and consistent fruit quality for both domestic and international markets.