perennial
Citrus (Mosambi/Orange)
संतरा / Santra
Citrus species · Rutaceae
Major fruit across Maharashtra, MP, and Nagpur region. Citrus canker (bacterial) is the primary organic disease challenge — copper sprays and sanitation essential.
At a Glance
Duration
365 days
Organic Yield
15-20 t/ha
Organic Premium
+40%
Water Need
medium
pH Range
6 – 7.5
Soil Type
loam, sandy-loam
Nutrient Requirements
N
Nitrogen
600g/tree/year
P
Phosphorus
200g/tree/year
K
Potassium
600g/tree/year
Organic Farming Protocol
1
Basin
FYM 25-30 kg/tree/year.
2
Flowering
Jeevamrutham + Panchagavya foliar.
3
Citrus canker prevention
Copper hydroxide spray, prune and destroy infected twigs.
4
Fruit fly
Methyl eugenol traps.