Agri View: Benefits of Agriculture Research

Everett Griner talks about agriculture research in the new Farm Bill in today’s Agri View.

Avoid Sour Orange Rootstock To Reduce Risk of CTV Decline
By Amit Levy Although HLB is the primary concern in Florida citrus groves, citrus tristeza virus (CTV) can also cause a severe disease leading to tree death. This severe disease, caused by the T36 isolate of CTV, is called decline. It occurs when a citrus scion is grafted onto sour orange rootstock. CTV decline begins […]
Juice Market Viability for Cold-Hardy Citrus Growers
A Georgia citrus industry leader believes the juice market can be a viable alternative for satsuma mandarins. But first, Georgia will need the infrastructure in place to make that a reality, says Lindy Savelle, executive director of the Georgia Citrus Association. “Georgia needs an extractor, because hauling a semi-load of oranges to Florida to be […]