In this episode, Kerrie Robertson chats with Mark Doecke, Chair of Citrus South Australia, to discuss the latest updates on the citrus industry in South Australia as the season wraps up.
 
Here’s what you can look forward to:

Season Update: Insights into the final stages of the season, including Valencia orange sales and juice fruit trends.
Juice Prices: Discover how global factors like Florida's declining production and Brazil’s citrus greening disease have impacted juice fruit prices for South Australian growers.
Seasonal Conditions: Mark shares how frost, rainfall, and average temperatures have influenced crops and tree health this year.
Pests and Diseases: Encouraging news about fruit fly management and updates on other pest control efforts.
International Visitors: A group from Nepal toured the Riverland, learning about Australian citrus farming practices.
Innovation in Pest Management: Progress updates on citrus gall wasp traps, including testing and development milestones.
Media Highlights: Riverland citrus was recently featured on South Aussie with Cosi. Learn how this promotion is benefiting the industry.
Festive Message: Mark reflects on a successful year and shares his best wishes for growers during the festive season and into 2025.

🌟 Don’t Miss Out!This is the final Chair Chat for 2024, so tune in to hear all the latest insights and reflections on the citrus industry.
 
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Happy holidays and best wishes for a successful 2025! 🍊

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