Citrus Orchard Management training
11 Oct, 2023
A group of 20 farmers in Dullu, Dailekh, received a 3-day Citrus Orchard Management training supported by the GRAPE programme. Recognizing the high potential for citriculture in Dullu, training addressed key areas, including general citrus fruit knowledge, orchard establishment, climatic requirements, improved varieties, transplantation, and manure and irrigation requirements. Farmers also gained insights into intercultural operations, mulching benefits, citrus decline management, disease and pest control, as well as post-harvest management and marketing strategies. The training aimed to empower farmers, enabling them to improve their methods and practices in citrus cultivation.