Key Facts
Some interesting Mildura fast facts:
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Regional population around 60,000
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Major industries include agriculture, tourism, horticulture, manufacturing and retail.
The Mildura region grows the following percentages of Australia's fresh produce:
Almost 100% of Australia's dried vine fruit (98%)
75% table grapes
69% almonds
48% pistachios
24% citrus
20% of wine grape crush
13% carrots
9% asparagus
Murray River Salt flakes grown in Mildura are considered essential by foodies and top chefs across Australia and more recently around the world.