Citrus Industry to Visit Legislators in D.C.

Ernie Neff February 6, 2013 Citrus, Florida

Florida Citrus Mutual CEO Mike Sparks tells about research and other topics citrus growers will discuss with congressmen and senators next week in Washington.

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