In the first two of these reports, Florida Citrus Packers Executive Vice President Richard Kinney and Florida Citrus Mutual CEO Mike Sparks tell why they see a silver lining to last week’s confirmation of citrus black spot in Florida. Download Audio Download Audio In the third report, grower Mark Wheeler expresses his concerns as a fresh fruit grower. Download Audio …

Economists from the United States and Brazil shared their thoughts about the global orange juice market in a meeting last week in Lake Alfred. Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff has a brief summary. Download Audio Register Now for the Florida Citrus Industry Annual Conference June 9-11 Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle …

In these reports, University of Florida plant pathologist Megan Dewdney provides much information about citrus black spot. In the first report, she discusses the basics of the disease. In the second report, she tells why black spot is considered one of the most serious citrus diseases in the world and the chance of eradicating it. She tells how growers can …

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Thursday confirmed that the serious citrus disease citrus black spot has been found in commercial citrus in Collier County. The industry had been awaiting the confirmation. Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff has the report; stay tuned for more. Download Audio Register Now for the Florida Citrus Industry Annual Conference June 9-11 Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between …