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Faster citrus orchard establishment using less water

The use of a BioStart biostimulant program in a commercial citrus orchard on red sands in NSW has increased soil moisture retention in the top 66 cm of soils, potentially reducing the irrigation required by 33 per cent.
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The hidden threat –stem end breakdown in citrus

When it comes to citrus, appearance is everything. A bright, smooth peel is often the first thing buyers notice, and anything less can be a dealbreaker. But for growers, maintaining that flawless look isn’t always easy – especially when facing the challenge of stem end breakdown.
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Citrus exporter banks on Samurai for premium pack-out

For leading Australian citrus grower and exporter Darren Minter of Victoria’s Minter Magic, several months of complete pest control from systemic insecticide Samurai ensures his export pack-out consistently meets China’s strict first-grade protocol.
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Maximising citrus productivity in Sunraysia

When it comes to their nutrition, the Pardos work closely with Carlo Niutta of Nangiloc Ag Supplies and using their $/ha rule of thumb, they have become long-term users of the Haifa range of specialty fertilisers.
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Investment looks to profitable future

Growers and plant scientists are working together on a $41M tree crop program to accelerate the development of new almond, apple, citrus, macadamia and mango varieties.
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No shortage of fresh Australian juice

Peak industry body Citrus Australia has assured Australian consumers they will continue to have consistent access to orange juice made from locally-grown fruit.
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All juiced up about citrus future

Citrus Australia says its 2024 Australian Citrus Congress has provided the insights and impetus to shape a profitable future for the nation’s citrus sector.
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Advancing citrus microbial food safety with science – and data-based approaches

The NSW Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI) recently delivered a project (CT20005) to examine microbial food safety risks along the citrus supply chain and develop management strategies.
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Citrus boss puts squeeze on Queensland government

Citrus Australia has called on the Queensland government to provide further financial assistance to citrus growers in the state’s far north, as transport costs escalate following ex-tropical cyclone Jasper.
Citrus - Know your pest

Citrus flavoured pests

Congratulations! If you’ve chosen to grow a citrus crop, you’ve picked a tree crop with probably the most pests wanting to share in the fun.
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Aussie citrus congress 2024

The inaugural Australian Citrus Congress will focus on building a profitable future for the sector.
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Hillston Citrus imports some export expertise

A quarter of a century in the citrus industry – first in South Africa, and now Australia – has squeezed agronomist Rolf Swart into a new role, tackling the challenges of exports for Hillston Citrus Operations, at Griffith in NSW.
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Australian citrus needs to target new buyers

Forget about appealing to loyal or niche customers – the only way to consistently sell more citrus fruit is to nudge those who rarely buy it, and make it easier for them to pop it in their trolley more often, according to Hort Innovation general manager of marketing Kylie Hudson.
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Citrus industry trial targets costly pest

Wasp traps developed and trialled in South Australia could be the key to controlling a pest that costs the national citrus industry “tens of millions” of dollars a year.
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Research to promote citrus health benefits

There’s a huge disconnect between the science and public health messaging about citrus, especially when it comes to drinking its Vitamin C-rich juice.

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