Citrus @CR

• Belongs to rutaceae family.
• Native to tropical and sub-tropical parts of Himalayan region.
• Wild species Poncirus and Fortunella  is native to China.
• Two largest citrus producing countries

a) Brazil

b) United States

Super Zones

Province 1 :- Paddy (Jhapa)

Province 2 :- Fishery (Bara)

Province 3:- Potato (Kavre)

Province 4:- Vegetable (Kaski)

Province 5:- Maize (Dang)

Province 6:- Apple (Jumla)

Province 7:- Wheat ( Kailali)

# Citrus is mainly divided into 4 groups @ MOGA

a) Mandarian Group

b) Orange Group

c) Grape fruit or pummel Group

d) Acid Group