Citrus Season in Florida Tumbles Toward Finish Line Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 11, 2020 Latest USDA crop forecast indicates another drop in oranges and grapefruit. Learn how the numbers are shaking out.Read More
There is a Smarter Way to Count Citrus Trees Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 6, 2020 See how cloud-based tech and artificial intelligence are helping growers get a speedy and accurate tally of their inventory.
Is There a Solution for Citrus Fruit Drop? Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 29, 2020 Researchers are attempting to stay on top of this pre-harvest problem. See how.
A Sweet Comeback for Uncle Matt’s Organic Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 18, 2020 Original founders of Clermont-based citrus juice operation reclaim company and find new opportunities after Dean Foods bankruptcy.
Forecasters Slice More From Latest Citrus Crop Estimates Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 14, 2020 USDA update shows another dip in the overall Florida grapefruit and orange count as season nears end.
Parts of Florida Dealing With Drought Conditions Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 29, 2020 Water management officials look to ramp up restrictions as the dry season goes out with a bang.
Ag Leaders Take on Big Role to Re-Open Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 27, 2020 Representatives from the sector provide a voice in task force group created by Gov. Ron DeSantis to move business forward amid coronavirus crisis.
USDA to Allow Imports of Citrus from China Posted by Frank Giles|April 20, 2020 Five fresh fruit varieties cleared to enter U.S. market.
Florida Orange Juice Sales Soar in Swirl of Sickness Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 13, 2020 Citrus drink staple showing up strong as worried consumers seek provisions in battle against coronavirus.
What the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season Has in Store Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 6, 2020 Extended forecasts indicate conditions are lining up to produce an above-average stormy scenario from the tropics.
Florida Farms and Packinghouses Address COVID-19 By Frank Giles|March 30, 2020 Enhancements to sanitation and employee health monitoring among actions being taken.
PrecisionAg and Collaboration: 5 Questions with Scott Speck By Matthew J. Grassi|March 11, 2020 A Q&A with one farmer-facing agronomist who is working with specialty ag growers to position precision ag technologies and services on the farm.
Farmland Ho! Economic Engine in Florida Still Growing Strong By Frank Giles|March 9, 2020 A steady stream of ag transactions is at the heart of healthy land values. See what experts had to say during the 2020 Lay of the Land Conference.
Citrus Greening Quarantine Zone Growing in California Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 26, 2020 Multiple detections of the deadly disease sparks USDA to expand areas already under watch. See what counties are affected.
Florida Grapefruit Gains More Ground on the Season Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 12, 2020 Latest USDA crop estimate shows movement continuing in the right direction. Find out if oranges fared as well.
Coke’s New Commitment to Florida Citrus a Big Deal Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 10, 2020 Learn more about the latest partnership with Peace River Citrus Products that’s expected to create up to 175 local jobs by early 2022.
Ways Phages Can Stymie Stubborn Fruit Crop Pests By David Eddy|February 1, 2020 Recognized for more than a century, these mysterious viruses that eat bacteria are now being targeted at specialty crops.
2020 Florida Citrus Show Kicks off Year on Strong Note By Frank Giles|January 27, 2020 More than 800 people attend event to network with peers and to learn about promising research on growing in an HLB-endemic environment.
Prospects Looking up for Florida Grapefruit Crop Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 13, 2020 Latest USDA forecast indicates a sizable jump in production from the last report. See how much.
Why You Need to Be at the 2020 Florida Citrus Show By Frank Giles|January 3, 2020 Preparations for the annual industry event are at a fever pitch. Find out where to get the latest intel on production tactics, mingle with peers, and more.
