Lemon Fino

Fino is an early-to-mid season lemon variety cultivated in Morocco for its thin peel, high juice
content, and bright acidity. It is highly valued for fresh consumption, juice production, and
export markets, and is known for its smooth, attractive fruit and long shelf life.
Type and Characteristics :
• Scientific name: Citrus limon (L.) Burm. f.
• Fruit shape: Oval to slightly elongated
• Size : Medium
• Peel color: Bright yellow, smooth, thin
• Flesh: Juicy, very acidic, few seeds
• Juice content : High
• Harvest period: November – March (early-to-mid season)
• Use: Fresh consumption, juice, culinary uses
Region of Cultivation :
• Grown mainly in Souss-Massa, Gharb, Haouz, and Tadla
• Thrives in irrigated plains with full sun
Soil Requirements :
• Prefers deep, well-drained sandy-loam or alluvial soils
• Sensitive to waterlogging
• Optimal pH : 6.0 – 7.0
Climate and Growing Conditions :
• Climate: Mediterranean to semi-arid
• Temperature: Optimal 18–30°C; frost-sensitive
• Rainfall: 400–700 mm/year, usually supplemented with irrigation
• Sunlight: Full sun exposure enhances acidity and peel coloration
Fino is a high-quality Moroccan lemon variety prized for its smooth peel, bright acidity, and high
juice yield. It is ideal for fresh consumption, juice extraction, and export, and forms a key part of
Morocco’s early-season lemon production.