Orange Valencia Delta

Valencia Delta is a late-maturing orange variety derived from Valencia Late, widely cultivated in
Morocco for its excellent juice quality, sweet taste, and extended harvesting period. It is
especially valued for export and juice processing, thanks to its firm texture and long post-harvest
shelf life.
Type and Characteristics:
• Scientific name: Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck
• Fruit shape: Round to slightly oblong
• Size : Medium
• Peel color: Bright orange, smooth and thin
• Flesh: Sweet, juicy, few seeds
• Juice content : Very high
• Harvest period: March – May (late season)
• Use: Juice production, export, and fresh consumptio
Region of Cultivation :
• Grown mainly in Souss-Massa, Gharb, Tadla, and Haouz regions
• Well adapted to warm irrigated citrus plains and semi-arid zones
Soil Requirements :
• Prefers deep, fertile, and well-drained sandy-loam or alluvial soils
• Sensitive to waterlogging
• Optimal pH : 6.0 – 7.5
Climate and Growing Conditions :
• Climate: Mediterranean to semi-arid
• Temperature: Optimal 20–32°C; tolerates heat well
• Rainfall: 400–700 mm/year with irrigation support
• Sunlight: Full exposure promotes sweetness and juice concentration
Valencia Delta is a late-season Moroccan orange variety renowned for its high juice yield,
sweetness, and excellent keeping quality. Cultivated mainly for juice extraction and export, it
helps extend the Moroccan citrus season into late spring, maintaining market presence after
other varieties finish.