Researchers at the University of Granada developed a new way to measure the antioxidant value of food and discovered citrus juices may have as much as 10 times the amount of antioxidants as previously indicated. Antioxidants may prevent or delay some types of cell damage. The study was published in the journal Food Chemistry and written about by several news organizations, including FreshPlaza.com and The University Herald.
Statement from FDOC Executive Director Shannon Shepp on January, 2024 Crop Forecast
Bartow, Fla – In the January USDA forecast of the 2023 – 2024 citrus season, the USDA projected production at 20.5 million boxes of Florida Oranges, 2.4 million boxes of Florida
