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Mindanao bolsters citrus sector as export opportunity gains traction
Regional stakeholders gathered in South Cotabato to advance the cultivation of vitamin C-rich citrus as a viable export commodity for Mindanao. The push comes as producers, government officials, and researchers explore the fruit's commercial potential.
LSN Philippines ·
KORONADAL CITY — Agricultural development efforts in Mindanao are increasingly focusing on citrus production, with industry participants viewing the vitamin C-rich fruit as a promising addition to the region's export portfolio.
The initiative was highlighted during the inaugural Mindanao-wide Citrus Industry Summit, held recently in Koronadal City, South Cotabato. The gathering brought together citrus growers, government agencies, and agricultural researchers to discuss the commercial viability and production advantages of expanding citrus cultivation across Mindanao.
Proponents of the sector see citrus as having strong market potential both domestically and internationally. The fruit's nutritional value and growing global demand position it as a strategic crop for regional producers seeking to diversify their agricultural output.
The summit served as a platform for stakeholders to exchange best practices, address production challenges, and coordinate efforts to strengthen Mindanao's citrus industry. As discussions progress, attention is expected to focus on developing supply chains, improving cultivation techniques, and establishing standards to meet export requirements.