Maximum residue limits (MRLs) are a constant concern for growers. MRL issues can create a variety of obstacles depending on which market citrus exports are destined for. While the industry generally complies well with MRLs, caution is crucial as they can be a significant hurdle. Jim Cranney, president of the California Citrus Quality Council, said certain markets can be more challenging than others.
“Some of our largest export markets, like Japan and Korea, can be very difficult countries to work with in terms of MRL violations, if there are any, Cranney explained. “We always like to tell the industry that the best way to avoid problems with MRLs is to be careful, do testing and be diligent in understanding what residues you would expect to be on the fruit.”
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