Project Progress Report: " Introduction of the principles of GAP for citrus through implementation of citrus IPM using Farmer Field Schools "

The main objective of the project is to arrange the citrus industry in Vietnam with world standards manufacturing practices and opportunities for the export market. Through sustainable integrated pest management (IPM) associated with the principles of good agricultural practice (GAP) for both economic interests and the environment, and will enable citrus growers in Vietnam leader in production in Asia-Pacific region. Production of appropriate export quarantine citrus fruit with pesticide levels below the international minimum residue (MRLs) are the result This project will open new market opportunities in the export market competition and enhance food safety for domestic consumption....