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New Nutritional Campaign Launches on Wheat

Why you may be hearing more about the nutritional benefits of wheat. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Consumers want nutrition information, so the Wheat Foods Council (WFC) is launching a social media campaign that educates fitness professionals and trainers about the benefits of wheat foods in healthy diets. U.S. Wheat Associates and the WFC are both farmer-led …

What’s Next for CRAFT: A Q&A With Steven Hall
The Florida Legislature this year mandated the merger of two major Florida citrus research organizations: the Citrus Research and Field Trial Foundation (CRAFT) and the Citrus Research and Development Foundation (CRDF). CRAFT Executive Director Steven Hall recently answered questions about the merger. Q: What are the steps and timeframe for the merger? A: The legislation […]
Rootstocks May Hold Key to Boosting Citrus Fruit Nutrition
When citrus growers select a rootstock, they typically focus on traits such as tree vigor, yield potential, disease tolerance and adaptation to soil conditions. New research suggests there may be another important factor to consider: the nutritional quality of the fruit. A recent study in India found that rootstocks can significantly influence the mineral nutrient […]