Freshshu is a specialized lemon export enterprise based in Ziyang, Sichuan Province, China, operating at the forefront of China’s citrus export sector. Recognized as one of the key players in Ziyang’s growing lemon industry, Freshshu has developed a robust international presence by focusing on the production, processing, and export of premium-quality lemons cultivated in one of China’s most renowned citrus-growing regions.
Core Business
Freshshu operates as a vertically integrated agricultural enterprise, managing operations across lemon cultivation, post-harvest treatment, packaging, and export logistics. The company focuses exclusively on high-quality lemon production for international markets, leveraging the unique agro-climatic conditions of Sichuan’s Anyue County—known as the “Lemon Capital of China.”
Its operations are aligned with national strategies to promote Ziyang as a major agricultural export hub and with the regional initiative to expand the citrus export value chain.
Product and Service Offerings
Freshshu’s business is centered around the production and export of:
- Fresh Lemons
- Grown in Anyue County, Sichuan—home to more than 50% of China’s lemon plantations
- High citric acid content and extended shelf life
- Exported fresh and untreated or with post-harvest treatment (waxing, fungicide)
While the company currently focuses exclusively on lemons, it plays a critical role in the export infrastructure of the regional lemon supply chain, offering:
- Grading and sorting services
- Cold storage and packing
- Export documentation support
Specialization and Core USP
Freshshu’s strengths stem from:
- Regional Exclusivity: Located in Anyue County, the epicenter of China’s lemon industry, giving Freshshu access to the country’s highest-density and best-quality lemon orchards
- Export Readiness: Specialized in preparing lemons to meet international quality standards, including residue compliance and phytosanitary certifications
- Supply Chain Integration: Works directly with contracted growers and local cooperatives, ensuring consistent product specifications and volume commitments
- Market Responsiveness: Adaptability to meet buyer requirements in packaging, sizes, and shipping formats
Financial Overview
Though financials are not publicly disclosed, Freshshu is recognized by Chinese trade promotion agencies as a leading lemon exporter from Ziyang, with indicators suggesting:
- Annual export volume exceeding 5,000 metric tons of fresh lemons
- Operational footprint includes multi-line packhouses and cold storage units
- Participated in local lemon industrial cluster that contributed to $90 million in regional lemon exports in 2023, according to China.org.cn
Its scale qualifies Freshshu as a mid-sized export enterprise within the Chinese citrus sector.
International Shipments
Freshshu exports lemons to several international markets, most notably:
- Middle East: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar
- Russia
- Canada
- South Asia: Pakistan, Bangladesh
Shipping highlights:
- Exports conducted via reefer containers through Chongqing Port and Chengdu rail links, connected to international shipping hubs
- Peak season: October to March, with strong demand during global winter months
- Carton packing formats include 15kg bulk, netted packs, and carton/mesh hybrids
Freshshu is part of Ziyang’s lemon export cluster, supported by provincial-level logistics policies and streamlined customs processes.
Target Market
Freshshu supplies fresh lemons to:
- Wholesale importers and foodservice distributors
- Retail supply chains in Russia, UAE, and Canada
- Ethnic grocery chains in North America and South Asia
- Beverage and food processing sectors requiring acidic lemons
Packaging can be customized according to buyer requirements, including private labeling and multi-language compliance labeling.
Capabilities
- Modern Packhouses equipped for lemon washing, waxing, grading, and sizing
- Integrated Cold Chain Management for pre-cooling and storage before shipment
- Phytosanitary Certification Management through local agriculture bureau liaison
- Flexible Export Logistics with combined road-rail-sea freight coordination
- Residue Monitoring Program for compliance with EU and Gulf import standards
Certifications and Compliance
Freshshu adheres to national and international quality standards, including:
- China GAP-compliant practices (via cooperative growers)
- Export license under Chinese customs authorities
- Phytosanitary inspection and certificate issuance per destination country regulations
- EU MRL (Maximum Residue Level) compliant batches
- Traceability system managed through cooperative packhouse networks
Although not yet certified with BRC or GlobalG.A.P., the company meets the import documentation requirements for all current destination markets.
Customer Testimonials
While formal testimonials are not publicly listed, Freshshu is recognized in Chinese state media and local government publications for:
- “Maintaining a consistent lemon export volume across multiple trade cycles”
- “Delivering product that meets GCC countries’ quality and residue standards”
- “Contributing to Ziyang’s visibility in global citrus markets”
Its strategic role in regional trade promotion platforms signals buyer trust and government endorsement.
Major Achievements
- Ranked among top lemon exporters in Sichuan Province (2023–2024)
- Contributed to Ziyang’s export milestone of over 50,000 tons of lemons shipped in 2023
- Developed cold chain logistics coordination in partnership with Chengdu International Railway Port
- Recognized by China.org.cn as a representative enterprise for Chinese citrus in international markets
- Maintained zero-rejection shipments to the UAE and Russia over multiple export cycles
