AU: Citrus export prospects looking sweeter

A recent visit by Western Australian citrus industry representatives to Malaysia and Singapore is leading to hopes of fruitful long-term relationships and trade. Department of Agriculture and Food citrus development officer Nathan Hancock said export prospects looked very encouraging. "With strong growth in the local citrus industry, we are planning ahead to expand markets,"he said. "Importing, wholesaling and retailing representatives in both Malaysia and Singapore were all very interested, and the State's proximity to these markets could provide WA with a marketing edge."