In an article for The Ledger, writer Kevin Bouffard highlights the food safety research of University of Florida scientist Kevin Folta. The article states that “Folta’s research shows ultraviolet light can effectively kill harmful microorganisms on the peel during processing in the packinghouse.” Though the cost of installing a UV treatment system in a packing house is high now, prices on the bulbs are expected to decrease in the future.
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