The Mid Florida Citrus Foundation grove near Winter Garden hosted growers and others for a recent field day. Multi-County Extension agent Gary England provides an overview of the grove and discusses its nutritional trials. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Rural America’s customer-owned lending partner. Phone toll free 1-800-432-4156 Click here to contact Farm Credit of Florida TODAY! …
Getting Citrus Growers HLB-Tolerant Rootstocks
Several citrus growers serving on the Citrus Research and Development Foundation’s board of directors recently said they need to know what citrus rootstocks to use in the face of the disease HLB. They need rootstocks that will allow trees to become productive. Foundation Chief Operations Officer Harold Browning says some rootstocks that have been developed show tolerance to HLB; he …
USDA to Buy up to $4.3 Million of Grapefruit Juice
The USDA Tuesday agreed to buy up to $4.3 million of grapefruit juice to alleviate a glut in inventory, according to U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson’s office. Doug Bournique, executive vice president of the Indian River Citrus League, provides background and reacts. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to …
Schirard: Solution to HLB Needed Fast
Recent Florida Citrus Hall of Fame inductee Brantley Schirard was at the March 6 HLB grower day in Lake Alfred, where scientists summarized international research on HLB. In this report, Schirard tells why he was at the meeting and what he learned, and says an HLB solution is needed quickly. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Rural America’s …
Citrus Commission, Mature Mentors to Meet
The Florida Citrus Commission will meet Wednesday in Bartow and Mature Citrus Mentors will gather the same day in Tavares. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober …
Citrus Scientist Reviews HLB Research
University of Florida plant pathologist Megan Dewdney reviews HLB research presented by scientists from around the world at a recent international HLB conference in Orlando. Microbials, nutritional programs and detection methods are some of the topics she addresses. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Rural America’s customer-owned lending partner. Phone toll free 1-800-432-4156 Click here to contact Farm …
Department of Citrus Head Apparently Meets Expectations
Eight out of nine members of the Florida Citrus Commission have given Florida Department of Citrus Executive Director Doug Ackerman average job performance scores ranging from 3.56 to 4.29 out of 5 possible points. One commissioner rated Ackerman’s performance much lower. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to …
Current and Future Citrus Psyllid Control for HLB Management
HLB-spreading psyllids with bad appetites or defective wings are among the HLB solutions scientists are seeking for the future, University of Florida researcher Michael Rogers says in this report. But Rogers, who spoke at last week’s HLB grower day, also says diligent, coordinated control of psyllids remains a key to coping with HLB. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored …
Highlands Seeks New Citrus Agent
The University of Florida-IFAS is seeking a citrus Extension agent for Highlands County. Long-time agent and educator Tim Hurner resigned from the position last year. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, …
Department of Citrus Maps its Future
Florida Department of Citrus Executive Director Doug Ackerman says the organization is planning to ensure it is getting good return on its investments. Changes include a new direction for its scientific research department. Ackerman also discusses Internet marketing efforts and the “millennial consumer.” Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click …