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Discover citrus levy investments into Citrus Fund R&D initiatives

The citrus levy has been invested into following Hort Innovation Citrus Fund R&D initiatives, together with Australian Government contributions.

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Completed project Final Research Report

MRL risk analyses and risk management options for major citrus export markets (CT14003)

This project reviewed international standards for pesticide residues for grapefruit, oranges, lemons and mandarins in Australian export markets so that information on maximum residue levels (MRL) could be compiled for exporters

13 June 2017

Completed project Final Research Report

Increasing market access, profitability and sustainability through integrated approaches to fungal disease control (CT13020)

Citrus black spot and emperor brown spot disease control protocols, fungicide options and resistant varieties were explored in this research.

9 March 2017

Completed project Final Research Report

Driving citrus industry success through a coordinated market development program - stage 2 (CT13022)

This investment supported the roles and activities citrus market development team between 2013 and 2015.

23 March 2016

Completed project Final Research Report

In-line approaches to control surface pests of concern from export citrus (CT13010)

This project investigated and evaluated control and management tactics for Fuller's rose weevil (FRW) in citrus, with the aim of expanding export opportunities.

15 March 2016

Completed project Final Research Report

Enhancing the export performance of Australian mandarins by improving flavour quality (CT12023)

This research developed a better understanding of the flavour profile and consumer expectations of Australian mandarins in the Chinese market and undertook shipping and shelf life evaluations.

12 June 2015

Completed project Final Research Report

Evaluate the potential for low-dose methyl bromide as a postharvest disinfestation treatment for citrus (CT14008)

This project investigated low-dose methyl bromide as a potential postharvest disinfestation treatment for citrus, particularly for Murcott mandarins.

15 May 2015

Completed project Final Research Report

Driving citrus exports through improved market access (CT12005)

A citrus market access manager was supported by this project between 2012 until 2015, to help improve market access for Australian citrus.

9 March 2015