lemon is a kind of citrous with high demand in the market, because of its special benefits for human health, and you can find the lemon in different sizes such as small and large or fresh. The largest exporter countries are Spain, Mexico, Netherlands, South Africa The largest importer countries are the United States, Germany, Netherlands, France Lemon is a rich source of vitamin C and has many health benefits. Lemon is used as an important source for the production of edible essential oil. Sour lemon has both nutritional value and is used in food production and even essential oils in pharmacy, cosmetics and hygiene. Lemon juice and lemon zest have different properties. A large number of lemons are exported all over the world and found in international markets. 
Among the continents, suppliers in European countries recorded the highest value of exports of sweet and sour lemons in dollar terms in 2019: shipments are estimated at US$1.4 billion, or 41.8% of the global volume. In second place are North American exporters with 21.4%, while 13.4% of these global transactions are in the Asian continent. Compared to Mexico in Latin America, this figure is 13.2%. A smaller percentage of lime exports went to Africa (9.9%) and Oceania (0.3%), led by New Zealand and Australia. International marketing of export lemons: The export marketing of lemons is aimed at the target audience of small retailers and chain stores in the developed and developing countries of the world. Many manufacturing companies around the world have aligned their marketing strategy with digital marketing. Every year, online sales are growing by 15% compared to traditional sales. This figure shows that many business owners are considering taking advantage of digital marketing opportunities. Lemons come from the warm regions of the Asian continent. 
Fresh lemon market
Lemon is a kind of high demand fruit in the world and has great market potential because have many side products such as juice and food additives. Lemons and limes are citrus fruits that differ from other types of citrous in that they are commonly eaten with other foods. Lemons and limes are grown primarily for sale fresh, while the juices from lemons and limes are primarily used as flavorings in beverages. Lemons are commonly grown in temperate climates such as the western United States, Spain, Italy, and Argentina. Lemons are also suitable for dry climates in Egypt and Iran. Limes, on the other hand, are very sensitive to cold and are only grown in tropical climates. The main producers are Mexico and Brazil. 
Spain, Argentina and Mexico are the biggest exporters. Spain and Argentina dominate the world market for fresh lemon exports. Mexico is by far the largest exporter of fresh limes. About 20% of fresh products are exported, while more than half of processed products are sold. Argentina and Italy are the main suppliers of lemon juice on the world market. Global demand for lemons is increasing due to several factors including their health benefits. Rich in vitamins A, B6, C, and E, calcium, iron, potassium, zinc and many others, lemons offer many therapeutic and pharmaceutical solutions to today's everyday medical ailments. It is also rich in antioxidants due to the flavonoids it contains. Of course, lemon is also the most popular aromatic ingredient in the world due to its strong acidic taste due to the presence of 5-6% citric acid. The demand for natural drinks and flavors is also increasing. 
Fresh lemon price
As you know there are various types of lemons in the world with different quality, so it is clear that the price of this fruit is not the same, usually fresh type of lemon is more expensive. Lemon is a popular citrus fruit that sells for a variety of prices, and people shouldn't expect all models of lemons to have a set price. The selling price of a kilogram of lemons on the market varies according to fluctuations in the exchange rate. In addition, several factors affect the price of a product, which we will discuss below. Lime is one of the tastiest food spices and a great addition to drinks and teas. When buying this product, one pays attention to its affordable price in addition to its high quality. Many factors affect the price of lemon, including: 
- Variety and quality of lemon
- Place of production and cultivation of the product
- The volume of demand and means of its acquisition
- The type and quality of lemon packaging have a big impact on the price of lemons.
The higher the quality of the lemons, the higher the price. In some regions where the climate is very suitable for growing lemons, the citrus fruits produced there have a much better taste and aroma, which also affects the price of the product. The higher the demand, the bigger the purchase, and with bulk buying, lemons are purchased directly from the grower and farmer, and all middlemen are cut out. When intermediaries and price increases between the buyer and the seller are eliminated, this transaction is beneficial for both parties, the buyer derives sufficient profit from the sale of the product, and the seller provides the desired product at a good price. market and reasonable. 
Fresh small lemon
There are different sizes of lemons in the market, that small size of lemon is the Meyer kind of lemon and another small lemon is the Shirazi lemon. Meyer Lemons: Meyer lemons were first brought to the United States from Beijing, China in the early 20th century. They are named for Frank N. Meyer, a USDA official who disassembled the plant in China and brought it to the United States. So far, Meyer lemons have mainly been used as decorative houseplants in China. However, when chefs like Alice Waters started using them as an ingredient in their dishes, it didn't take long for them to become popular. Meyer lemons are small, sweet hybrid lemons. It is believed to be a cross between a common lemon (Eureka and Lisbon varieties) and a tangerine. They have smooth, thin skin of rich yellow color. The flesh is light orange with a sweet floral taste. Shirazi lemon: 
Shiraz lemons are small, round lemons that are dark and light green in color and are more acidic and pungent than other types of lemons. Interestingly, Shiraz lemon is considered to be the most acidic citrus variety in the world. Since Shirazi lemon contains a lot of nutrients, it strengthens the immune system, reduces the risk of heart diseases and eliminates the chances of kidney stones. In Southeast Asian countries and Mexico, the juice and flowers of Shiraz lemon are used to prepare all kinds of dishes and sauces because of its nice aroma. In India, Shiraz lemon is used to make pickles. Shiraz lemon juice and its essential oil are commonly used to make desserts, drinks (lemon juice and lemonade), natural fruit juices, smoothies, salads and salad dressings, cakes, cookies and ice cream.