Global Orange Juice Industry Faces Crisis Amid Supply Shortages and Rising Prices

Climate change and disease severely impact orange harvests in Brazil and Florida, prompting manufacturers to seek alternative fruits.

Brazil's orange production expected to drop 24% this year, hitting a 30-year low.
Florida's orange output has plummeted due to hurricanes and citrus greening disease.
Orange juice prices have nearly doubled in the past year, reaching record highs.
Manufacturers are considering using apple, pear, and grape juices as substitutes.
Consumer demand for orange juice has decreased due to soaring prices.