Research and development (R&D) and marketing programs are funded through the national citrus levy (R&D funding is matched by the Australian Government).

To apply for national citrus levy or volutary contribution project funding, see the Horticulture Australia Limited.

These programs are directed by the citrus Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) Strategic Plan and aims to ensure the Australian citrus industry remains competitive in the international market and at the forefront of new technologies.

Australian Citrus Growers (Citrus Australia) provides growers with an update on the outcomes of this program through the annual publication of Australian Citrus News and Citrus Insight.

These projects have been facilitated by Horticulture Australia Limited (HAL) in partnership with Australian Citrus Growers (Citrus Australia) and has been funded by the national citrus research and development (R&D), and marketing levies. The Australian Government provides matched funding for all HAL's R&D activities.