Florida’s Citrus Production Forecast Enjoys Rare Increase Posted by Frank Giles|May 9, 2014 While only a 1% gain, a marked improvement over the previous month's 4 million box drop. Read More
Cox Farms Launches as One of the Largest Greenhouse Growers in North America Posted by Growing Produce Staff|March 28, 2024
Healthy Soils at Center of New $5 Million Initiative for California Citrus Growers By California Farm Bureau|March 27, 2024
Seminole Tribe Of Florida Acquires Majority Stake In Blue Lake Citrus Posted by Frank Giles|April 16, 2014 The investment further increases the Tribe’s juice and fruit portfolio.
Florida Partners With South Korea To Promote Grapefruit Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 16, 2014 Far East republic is the fastest growing trade market for agricultural exports from the Sunshine State.
4 Million More Boxes Dropped From Latest Florida Citrus Estimate Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 9, 2014 USDA stats show struggling Valencia crop accounting for ugly update.
Opinion: Replanting Citrus Insane, Or Insanely Intelligent? By Paul Rusnak|March 25, 2014 Even in the throes of HLB, there is confidence growing in the industry’s future.
Market Economist Examines The Citrus Planting Conundrum Posted by Paul Rusnak|March 14, 2014 Tree populations are on the decline, calling for action to reverse the trend.
Florida Citrus Crop Estimate Takes Another Hit Posted by Paul Rusnak|March 10, 2014 Updated forecast from USDA reveals continued problems with early and mid-season orange varieties.
Pioneering Florida Citrus Family To Sell Off Business Posted by Paul Rusnak|March 10, 2014 Namesakes behind Kennedy Groves and United Indian River Packers divesting all assets related to century-old industry legacy.
6 New Citrus Cultivars Approved For Release Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 19, 2014 UF/IFAS FAST TRACK release model to speed up availability of varieties 10 to 15 years over typical breeding process.
Time Is Running Out To Save Citrus Crop By Thomas H. Spreen|February 17, 2014 All hands on deck needed as fruit yields dip further into danger zone.
Opinion: Florida Citrus Growers United In Fight For Survival By Frank Giles|February 12, 2014 Producers are increasing the pressure on the scientific community to come up with results for the millions of dollars being invested in research.
Latest Florida Citrus Forecast: The Bleeding Has Stopped, For Now Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 10, 2014 For the first time this season, official estimate from USDA isn’t a downgrade from initial prediction.
Opinion: Remembering A Friend To Florida Grower By Frank Giles|January 29, 2014 Editor Frank Giles recalls how Stan Carter left us with a real legacy of protecting one of Florida’s most revered resources.
Florida Citrus Crop Estimate Clipped Again Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 10, 2014 Grief from greening takes a big bite out of latest USDA forecast.
Florida Grapefruit, Celebrity Chef Fulfill America’s Top Culinary Desires Posted by Frank Giles|January 8, 2014 Survey sparks Florida Department of Citrus to seek out Food Network star Aarti Sequeira to help Americans explore taste of adventures.
Florida’s Citrus Crop Forecast Takes An Early Tumble Posted by Frank Giles|December 10, 2013 USDA projects a 3% drop from its already modest initial estimate for 2013-2014.
Florida Citrus Crop Forecast Aims Low Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 8, 2013 USDA’s initial estimates reflect effects of HLB.
Florida Citrus Crop Forecast Back On Track Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 24, 2013 Delayed by the government shutdown, initial 2013-2014 USDA estimate now set for Nov. 8.
What’s Next For Cuties? By David Eddy|September 20, 2013 Sun Pacific details plans for nation’s best known fruit brand.
Support Set For Wider Citrus Selection By Peter Chaires|August 23, 2013 The process of evaluating promising new citrus selections is changing rapidly. In Florida, disease pressure and competitive forces […]