Every citrus grove in Florida is being impacted by citrus greening. Citrus greening bacteria affects the health of the tree resulting in reduced fruit size and quality over time is the main contributor to a lower citrus crop of 67 million boxes – down from 81.6 million in the previous harvest season. However, growers are optimistic that the strategies they are implementing now will stabilize the industry and pay off in the future.
Chairman Johnson: You Know Fall Has Arrived When Florida Citrus is Ripe for Harvest
Highlights from the recent FCC Meeting that directly affect the industry this season. Time is a funny thing that impacts people differently. Take this time last year as an example.