As a company, we are proud to participate in different EU and Local projects which aim the introduction of sustainable alternatives and practices in production protocols. Furthermore, collaborations with the Cyprus University of Technology and Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence provides valuable tool in investigating some parameters of interest in depth. Particularly, the company is hosting a PhD student focused on the development of biopolymer-based coatings enriched with bioactive compounds exhibiting antifungal activity, aiming to reduce the use of conventional fungicides.

The position is funded by the Research and Innovation Foundation under the “PhD in Industry – Sustain Citrus” project, which addresses improvements in post-harvest applications and their integration into a commercial line. Moving forward as a company, we are looking at improving our agricultural practices and continue to thrive as the biggest citrus producer and exporter in Cyprus.