Some have asked why box taxes and marketing investments could not be reduced while grower returns are high, and then increased again later on when supplies rebound, but as explained in this report, successful marketing strategies are just not that simple. Â Report (2:00 wma)
Logic of Box Tax Increases & Targeted Mktg Push
Even though box tax decisions have been made for the coming season, Florida growers still should be interested in the logic behind these decisions that were made by Citrus Commissioners recently. Gary Cooper reports in this Citrus Department weekly feature.  Report (2:00 wma)
AL State Rejects Florida Citrus Ban
Florida citrus is still welcome in Alabama, despite a federal canker quarantine that bans shipments to all citrus producing states, including Alabama. Â Report (1:00 wma)
Citrus Headlines From Around the Globe
Agriculture and Citrus Headlines are being reported from around the world.  Report (2:00 wma)
Gulf Citrus Exec Upbeat about Citrus Expo
Gulf Citrus Executive givesw Gary his views of what this years Citrus Expo will bring.  Report (:30 wma)
USDA Makes Changes in Fresh Fruit Shipping Regs
Florida Citrus Packers Executive says it makes logical sense for USDA to allow Florida Fresh Citrus To Be SHipped into Alabama. Â Report (1:30 wma)
Dupont Expert talks about this years Citrus Expo
CItrus Grower Norm Todd has been involved with organizing Citrus Expo seminars for 15 years of Expo’s existence. Todd says this year’s CITRUS EXPO program is among the best ever planned for citrus grove managers and owners.  Report (2:00 wma)
International Speakers at Citrus Expo
Harold Browing, UF/IFAS, says the International speakers scheduled for the Expo will be helpful to our state’s growers.  Report (2:00 wma)
Growers Increase Product Marketing Through Tax
Andy Taylor commends growers for sticking with the box tax increase to use for marketing and promotions. Report (1:59 wma)
Alabama Continues to Accept Florida Citrus
Since the final canker quarantine rule is not complete, Alabama Agriculture Commissioner Ron Sparks says no to banning Florida Citrus. Report (1:59 wma)