The NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) has released a series of first edition citrus variety Primefacts to help citrus growers boost productivity and gain new information.
Research Horticulturist for NSW DPI, Dave Monks said the new Primefacts aimed to assist citrus growers improve production and profitability across a range of varieties.
“The Primefacts provide information on the maturing period for specific regions, the origin of the variety and fruit quality,” Dr Monks said.
“The main citrus fruits grown in NSW are navel and Valencia oranges, mandarines, lemons, limes and grapefruit,” he said.
“A popular variety is the mid-season Palmer navel orange, grown in the Sunraysia region that is reported to produce regular crops of 50-60 tonnes per hectare of fruit in mature orchards.”
Dr Monks said NSW DPI had the largest citrus research and extension team in Australia and played a leading role in supporting the NSW and Australian citrus industry through research, extension and resource delivery.
“NSW produces around 250,000 tonnes of citrus annually representing 40 per cent of Australian production and 36 per cent of citrus exports,” he said.
The Department’s new Primefacts for 43 citrus varieties can be accessed at this PS News link.
