Kerry: Citrus expert talks overcoming supply issues and driving flavor innovation
04 Dec 2025 | Kerry
Dr. Zareena Valappil, VP of Global Citrus at Kerry, discusses the top risks in citrus flavor sourcing, including weather impacts, regional dependency, and diseases like citrus greening. She highlights Kerry’s next-gen citrus extracts and sustainable citrus extenders, to overcome supply and cost challenges. Valappil also sheds light on growth opportunities in functional beverages, exotic citrus varieties, and sustainability-focused products.














