Your citrus dressing starts with healthy trees.
When we protect plants,
we protect lives.
#PlantHealthDay
Citrus (Citrus spp.) fruits: oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruits, are a key source of vitamin C, income and agricultural exports in over 140 countries. Brazil, China, India, and Mexico are among the top producers.
Major pests/pathogens:
- Citrus Canker
- Huanglongbing (HLB) or Citrus Greening
- citrus leaf miner
- Aphids
- mealybugs
Economic value:
- The global citrus market is valued at approximately $134.55 billion in 2025, with significant contributions from fresh fruit and juice production.
- Citrus fruits are a major export commodity, with oranges alone accounting for over half of global citrus production.
- Top importers: United States, Germany, Netherlands.
- Top exporters: Spain, South Africa, Turkey.
Cultural value:
- In Mediterranean cultures, citrus fruits symbolize luxury and prosperity, often featured in art and rituals.
- Citrus fruits have been celebrated in myths, such as the "Golden Apples" in Greek mythology.
Fun facts:
- Citrus plants originated in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Oceania.
- Citrus trees are perennial and can live for 50 years or more.
Why does protecting plants and crops matter?
Plant pests destroy up to 40 percent of global crops annually. Protecting plants can help:
- Achieve a zero-hunger world
- Reduce poverty and inequality
- Protect biodiversity
- Support livelihoods of rural farmers
- Sustain economies around the world
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