Despite challenges, all phases of the industry are working toward a brighter future.
Fighting for farmers in the Sunshine State is more than just a job. Outgoing Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam knows this well.
Time might not heal all wounds. But moving forward can, and often does, lead to new opportunity.
Annual industry conference attendees in good spirits despite tough year.
After Hurricane Irma took a toll on production, growers hope for better days ahead.
Details divulged about additional $340 million via USDA block grant for crop losses through the 2020 season.
Government agency officially implements 2017 Wildfires and Hurricanes Indemnity Program (WHIP) to speed recovery in rural communities impacted by calamity.
Beyond the tangible impact unleashed on Florida groves, Hurricane Irma exposed major flaws in the federal crop insurance program for citrus.
Facing challenges to success in new growth areas, Florida producers are required and ready to adapt again.
Hurricane takes the wind out of a good crop, but many aim to nurse trees back to health as best they can.
Late-night wrangling on Capitol Hill looks to finally pay off for producers still struggling in the wake of hurricane-related casualties.
Annual gathering provides safe harbor for HLB and hurricane-harried industry.
Nearly $17 million will support important research projects aimed at helping growers live with the disease.
Latest USDA estimate shows orange and grapefruit forecast unchanged, but still historically low.
Agriculture couldn’t escape the wrath of Mother Nature during what was a record campaign.
Emergency Citrus Disease Response Act to help farmers replace damaged trees, allowing a 100% deduction in the first year instead of depreciating the cost over 14 years.
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First major hurdle cleared in helping growers get back on their feet following Irma.
USDA forecasters serve up second consecutive significant drop in expected orange crop output for stormy season.