University of Florida researcher Phil Stansly reports that the psyllids that spread HLB have thus far survived the freezes of 2010, and that dormant sprays are still needed to reduce their populations further. See his presentation here (pdf). Stansly discusses his findings and recommendations with Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff in this interview. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less …

Florida Citrus Packers Executive Vice President Richard Kinney tells what countries now accept canker-blemished fresh Florida citrus. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers …

Former Citrus Research and Education Center director Harold Browning is now working under contract to seek funding, including from non-profit organizations, for the Citrus Research and Development Foundation (CRDF) in the fight against HLB. Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff interviewed Browning about his efforts following a recent CRDF board meeting. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per …

The former Florida Department of Citrus headquarters building in Lakeland has been leased to a church for two years; the church has an option to buy the building for $1.5 million. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …

With China focused on becoming a dominant world citrus power, the Florida Citrus Commission last week funded a $172,000 study of the Chinese citrus industry. Among other things, the study will research China’s possible impact on the Florida citrus industry. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle …

Florida Citrus Commission Chairman George Streetman says he’s excited about new Florida orange juice commercials and thinks other growers will be, too. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune …