Help on the Way for Florida Growers Clobbered by Recent Cold Snap Posted by Paul Rusnak|March 23, 2022 Official disaster declaration opens up the door to government aid following extreme weather event.Read More
Avoid These Mistakes When Flying Drones Over Your Farm Field By Ksenia Korolkova, Proofminder|April 24, 2024
After Effects of Freeze Put Big Squeeze on Florida Citrus Crop Forecast Posted by Paul Rusnak|March 10, 2022 Latest numbers from USDA statisticians reflect the impact of extreme weather event on current production projections.
Unique Perspective on Citrus Greening Gives New Hope to Growers Posted by Paul Rusnak|March 2, 2022 Learn how seeing HLB as a pathogen-triggered immune disease might mean finding solutions more swiftly.
Are Finger Limes a Good Option for Florida Citrus Growers? By UF/IFAS News|February 17, 2022 Symposium led by UF/IFAS aims to shine a light on unique citrus variety that’s gaining interest.
How Low Will the Florida Citrus Crop Estimate Go? By Paul Rusnak|February 10, 2022 Latest forecast from USDA shows production numbers continuing to feel the squeeze.
Good to Grow: Check out the Latest Developments on the Grapefruit Front By Peter Chaires|February 7, 2022 True elements of the unmistakable citrus fruit remain a foundation in the search for new selections.
Scenes from the 2022 Florida Citrus Show By Paul Rusnak|January 29, 2022 Annual industry gathering shows there’s still plenty of juice left in the fight to sustain the Sunshine State’s signature crop.
Miss Florida Citrus 2022 Steps up to Claim Her Crown Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 27, 2022 Learn more about the latest title winner and what’s next for her.
Support of Center for Produce Safety Research Quest Continues To Grow By Center for Produce Safety|January 24, 2022 California citrus industry is the latest to step up with funding for industry organization’s research capital campaign.
Florida Citrus Show Offers a Much-Needed Fresh Start for 2022 By Richard Jones|January 24, 2022 Even though the annual event is smack dab in the middle of the season, it’s still the perfect time to take a step back, learn about the latest research and reconnect with friends.
Citrus Crop Subtraction Factors Big in Latest USDA Forecast Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 14, 2022 Florida all-orange estimate trimmed by another 3%. See where that puts production numbers now.
Image Matters: Why Florida OJ Rules the Roost When it Comes to Selling Juice Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 13, 2022 Fresh findings from recent consumer survey says branding plays a big role in purchasing decisions.
New Orange-Like Citrus Hybrids to the Rescue By Peter Chaires|January 10, 2022 Check out these unique fruit selections that researchers are developing to boost the early-mid season crop.
How Smart-Spray Technology Can Save Citrus Growers on Pesticide and Fertilizer Use By UF/IFAS News|January 7, 2022 Learn more about new ag tech that applies more pesticide and fertilizers to fruit trees, meaning fewer chemicals in the environment.
Scientists Taking Next Steps To Stop Deadly Citrus Disease By UC Riverside News|January 3, 2022 New, collaborative research project aims for the root of growers’ problems by breeding fruit tolerant to HLB.
A New Kind of Florida Citrus Show Is on Tap Posted by Growing Produce Staff|December 31, 2021 Education program adds diversity to its lineup.
Got Citrus Greening? Symptoms Might Not Show up for Weeks After Infection By Phys.org|December 17, 2021 For the first time ever, scientists have been able to measure the speed of a bacterium that causes the deadly disease.
Florida Citrus Hall of Fame Picks 3 for Class of 2022 Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 14, 2021 Find out who will be honored at the organization’s 60th celebration luncheon.
First Recalculations for the 2021-2022 Florida Citrus Crop Estimate Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 10, 2021 See how much USDA has adjusted its forecast for orange and grapefruit production.
New Leader Selected To Take Helm at Florida Citrus Mutual Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 7, 2021 Industry organization’s Board of Directors names Matt Joyner to succeed Mike Sparks as next Executive VP/CEO.