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XSIT

XSIT is an effective, environmentally friendly foundation of an IPM programme for FCM suppression For more information visit our website.

XSIT makes use of the sterile insect technique (SIT) methodology to suppress FCM within agricultural areas focusing on citrus, table grapes and stone fruit production in the Eastern, Western and Northern Cape Provinces of South Africa. With South Africa being the world’s second-largest citrus exporter and a zero-tolerance for phytosanitary pests in the global export market - XSIT ensures local pro

ducers can remain globally competitive by providing a platform to which an integrated pest management (IPM) programme can be overlaid. In principle, SIT is a tool which can be used in an IPM programme whereby masses of FCM are reared, sterilized, and released in areas where FCM is a problem. Our production facility is located in Citrusdal where millions of moths are reared for distribution across more than 18 000 hectares of fruit located in the Oliphants River Valley, Breeder River Valley, Hex River Valley, Gamtoos River Valley, Sundays River Valley, and Kakamas. XSIT is a highly effective organic and scientific approach to suppression of FCM, where data analysis and meticulous quality control form part of every step of the process to ensure sustained and consistent improvement of FCM suppression.

10/06/2026

🚀𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲!

We're excited to introduce the new XSIT website – a fresh digital home for our Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) and monitoring solutions.

Designed with growers in mind, the new site makes it easier than ever to explore our services, learn about False Codling Moth management, and discover how XSIT supports sustainable agriculture through area-wide pest management.

Whether you're looking for insights on SIT, monitoring programmes, or integrated FCM management, you'll e.

🌐 Visit the new website: https://xsit.co.za/

𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗖𝗠. 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲. 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸.

15/04/2026

🍊 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿

Behind every crate of quality citrus is a season of care, precision, and protection. Our team is out in the orchards, working on the ground to keep FCM pressure low and growers ahead.

This is what sustainable pest management looks like in action. 🌿

18/02/2026

🖐️ A small moment in the orchard with a big impact on the overall area.

This sterile False Codling Moth (FCM), released as part of XSIT’s Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) programme, landed briefly on one of our team members during field work.

FCM are mass-reared and released to compete with wild FCM. When they mate with wild FCM, no viable offspring are produced, suppressing the pest population over time without harming beneficial insects or the environment.

It’s precision pest management in action.

Science you can see. Impact you can measure.

14/02/2026

Spreading love area-wide this Valentine’s Day. ❤️

22/01/2026

⚠️ SIT remains one of the strongest tools for FCM population suppression, especially when used area-wide.

Consistent sterile FCM releases help reduce pest pressure, protect fruit, and support a more stable season ahead. This enables growers to maintain long-term population suppression, without residues and without the development of resistance.

Science working where it matters most: in the orchard.🌳

13/01/2026

🌞 In the field where it counts. Steady monitoring, low pressure, stronger results.

01/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year from XSIT.

Thank you to the growers, partners, and teams who kept the season moving forward.

Here’s to a productive and pest-smart 2026.

25/12/2025

🎄Happy holidays from XSIT!

As we wrap up another year, we’d like to thank our growers, partners, and colleagues for trusting XSIT as part of your False Codling Moth management programmes.

Wishing you a restful festive season and orchards that stay just as peaceful. 🌿🍊

18/12/2025

🌞 Out in the field today, supporting growers with the data and monitoring needed to keep FCM pressure predictable and manageable.

17/12/2025

🌱 Grow smarter, not harder, with our Foundation Programme for FCM management in citrus.

Effective False Codling Moth (FCM) control starts with being proactive, and timing is everything. Our Foundation Programme provides a structured, year-round approach to help growers stay ahead and protect orchard performance.

What the programme includes:
✅ Year-round: Adult moth monitoring inside and outside the orchard
✅ Year-round: Orchard sanitation monitoring, including in-tree and dropped fruit, combined with best-practice sanitation to keep orchards clean
✅ Sep–May: Strategic SIT releases using an area-wide approach to suppress FCM populations
✅ Nov–Aug: Infestation monitoring to identify hotspots and determine if corrective sprays are needed
✅ Virus sprays: Timed according to flight peaks to target periods of highest infestation risk

FCM management doesn’t have to be guesswork. Follow the programme, reduce pressure, and protect your orchards with confidence.

Address

2 Schalk Patience Street
Citrusdal
7340

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:30
Thursday	08:00 - 16:30
Friday	08:00 - 16:30

Telephone

+27229212993

Website

https://xsit.co.za/

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