On January 12th, Fapesp, Esalq/USP, and Fundecitrus celebrated the signing of the agreement that formalizes the creation of the Applied Research Center for Innovation and Sustainability in Citrus Farming (CPA Citros), a strategic public-private partnership for the benefit of one of the largest productive sectors in the national agribusiness. The initiative reinforces the commitment to science, innovation, and sustainability, integrating efforts to generate solutions that support the producer and contribute to the health and competitiveness of the orchards.