Mandarins are providing a much-needed source of income for citrus growers in South Australia amid a tough season.
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A Riverland citrus company says they can’t keep up with demand for mandarins
Flooding on the east coast and cold weather has affected citrus supply
Domestic demand has fueled sales for fruit unable to be shipped overseas
With flooding affecting many areas on the east coast, mandarins from the Riverland region have been filling supermarket shelves across the country.
Venus Citrus managing director Helen Aggeletos said demand had been outstripping supply.
“Mandarin volumes in general have been lower this year, both from Queensland and in the southern states as well, except for the Afourer variety,” she said.
