Buy what fruitsWhat's in season at Singapore fruit stalls, and which country to look for.

Valencia

Oranges · 橙 · 柑

Valencia in October (this month)

Look for South Africa

This origin is in fresh-crop season. Australia is stored fruit.

Thin-skinned and very juicy, with a few seeds. Best for juicing.

Sweet-tartVery juicyFew seeds
Look for
Thin, smooth skin, sometimes with a green tinge.
Best for
Juicing
USA (Valencia)SpainEgyptSouth AfricaAustralia
Fresh cropStored / lateNot shipping
Fresh crop now (1)
ZA
South AfricaEastern & Western Cape
Fresh crop
Valencia grown in South Africa
New crop, harvest 2 months in
Stored or late season (1)
AU
AustraliaRiverland, Murray Valley
Stored
Valencia grown in Australia
Early season, limited supply
Skip this month (3)
US·V
USA (Valencia)California
Off season
Valencia grown in USA
Not shipping now
ES
SpainValencia region
Off season
Valencia grown in Spain
Not shipping now
EG
EgyptNile Delta
Off season
Valencia grown in Egypt
Not shipping now

Other oranges varieties

Common questions

When is Valencia oranges in season in Singapore?
USA (Valencia): May–Jul; Spain: Apr–Jun; Egypt: Feb–May; South Africa: Aug–Oct; Australia: Nov–Jan. Fresh-crop months by origin.
Which country's Valencia is best in October?
Look for South Africa.
How do I pick a ripe oranges?
Weight: Heavy for its size means juicy. Feel: Firm with a little give. Skip soft or spongy ones. Skin: Fine-textured. Green patches are harmless. Smell: Fragrant at the stem end.
How should I store oranges?
Counter or fridge. Lasts 1 week out, 2–3 weeks chilled. Store loose rather than in a sealed bag. Mandarins dry out faster than oranges.

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