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Lemons

From baking to seasoning and health-focused retail, lemons remain a true essential in the fresh aisle. Hillfresh offers lemon programs from Spain and South Africa, built around reliability, quality control, and strategic seasonal alignment.

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More about lemons

The citrus all-rounder

Lemons are in high demand across foodservice and retail thanks to their bold acidity and versatility. Their year-round relevance makes them a priority product in most fruit assortments.

Varietal focus

We source mainly the Eureka and Primofiori varieties, selected for their juice content, thin peel, and colour consistency. These lemons are ideal for bulk programs and pre-packed formats.

Origins and seasons

Hillfresh works with partners in Spain for early- and mid-season supply, and South Africa for off-season continuity. This strategy helps keep pricing and availability balanced throughout the year.

Packaging and handling

Lemons hold well post-harvest but require correct degreening, brushing, and grading. We ensure that fruit meets cosmetic standards and arrives clean, fresh, and firm.

Explore lemon supply options

We help customers align lemon sourcing with peak promotions, seasonal demand, and cold chain requirements — contact our team for a tailored setup.

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Peru is our power base

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We switch with precision

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Specialist sourcing, all year long

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Two markets, one solution

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