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Young UP researchers develop citrus-based supplement to fight diabetes and obesity
A team of young researchers at the University of Pretoria (UP) is developing an innovative health supplement that transforms citrus peel waste into a potentially powerful tool against lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, obesity and high cholesterol, while also improving the affordability and accessibility of preventative health products for[...]
Corteva Crop Protection puts our citrus farmers first
South Africa is one of the world’s leading citrus producers, exporting high-quality fruit to international markets while supplying local consumers with fresh and nutritious produce. However, without crop protection, the citrus industry would face devastating consequences, affecting fruit quality, food safety, and economic sustainability. What would citrus farming look[...]
CITRUS SUPERPOWER – Powering up to unlock leadership and growth in citrus industry
The Citrus Academy hopes to create even more dynamic leaders in the citrus industry through the new Citrus SuperPower programme. This unique training programme aims to develop the skills and knowledge of supervisors, opening up growth and progression opportunities, and to give workers the opportunity to become supervisors. Citrus[...]
Zimbabwe: Massive citrus venture takes off
By Thupeyo Muleya 277 000 orange trees will be planted in the next three years in the massive citrus production venture at Toppick Investments’ Zhovhe Farm in Beit Bridge. According to the company's Chief Executive Officer, Danisa Moyo, 9 km by 500 mm pipeline has been constructed to boost[...]
Southern African citrus to reach new heights as 2021 export estimate is released
The Citrus Growers Association of Southern Africa (CGA) is excited to announce that the South African citrus industry will likely break all previous export season records with an estimated 158,7 million cartons in 2021. If the estimate is reached, it would represent a third consecutive season of record export[...]