Orange You Glad? Mexico's Citrus Industry Gets a Boost
Mexico's government has launched a comprehensive plan to revitalize its citrus industry. The plan includes efforts to combat pests and diseases, improve production practices, and provide support to producers.
In recent years, Mexico's citrus sector has emerged as a vital component of the national economy and diet, producing a diverse range of fruits essential for the health and well-being of its population. Recognizing the importance of this sector, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has implemented a Comprehensive and Strategic Agronomic Plan for the National Citrus Sector. This initiative aims not only to secure the national supply of citrus fruits but also to bolster the productivity and sustainability of citrus orchards across the country.
During a recent meeting held at the Agriculture building in Mexico City, industrialists and government representatives convened to discuss the progress of the citrus plan. Secretary Víctor Villalobos Arámbula emphasized the necessity of coordinated efforts between the government and industry stakeholders to effectively measure and evaluate progress. This collaborative approach is critical for addressing the myriad challenges that the citrus sector faces, including the prevention and control of endemic threats such as huanglongbing (HLB), citrus tristeza, canker, and leprosis.