Shannon Shepp Column – January 22, 2021
By Shannon Shepp, Executive Director of the Florida Department of Citrus When it comes to orange juice, the Florida brand is strong. That’s the message stemming from a new study […]
January Citrus Forecast Adjusts Florida Orange and Grapefruit Production
BARTOW – In the first report of the year, the United States Department of Agriculture projected production of Florida Oranges at 54 million boxes and Florida Grapefruit at 4.6 million […]
Shannon Shepp Column – January 8, 2021
By Shannon Shepp, Executive Director of the Florida Department of Citrus This month marks the one-year anniversary of the launch of the FDOC’s game-changing e-commerce marketing program to drive sales […]
2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Continues to Support 100% Fruit Juice as a Nutritious Beverage Choice
The newly released 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) continue to reinforce that nutrient-dense 100% fruit juices, such as orange juice, count as a fruit serving and include 100% fruit […]
Shannon Shepp Column – December 18, 2020
By Shannon Shepp, Executive Director of the Florida Department of Citrus As we close out a year unlike any other, I am optimistic for what’s yet to come this Florida […]
December USDA citrus forecast relatively stable
BARTOW, Fla. – In its December report, the United States Department of Agriculture National Agricultural Statistics Service projects production of Florida Oranges at 56 million boxes and Florida Grapefruit at 4.4 […]
Shannon Shepp Column – December 4, 2020
By Shannon Shepp, Executive Director of the Florida Department of Citrus As Americans continue to navigate life with a heightened concern for the health and wellbeing of their families, demand […]
New Analysis Shows 100% Fruit Juice Contributes to Cardiovascular Health in Adults
BARTOW, Fla. – A new analysis of nutrition research suggests that consumption of 100% fruit juice, such as 100% orange juice, by adults may have cardiovascular benefits and does not increase […]
Shannon Shepp Column – November 13, 2020
By Shannon Shepp, Executive Director of the Florida Department of Citrus Florida growers have long sponsored scientific research projects on the health and wellness benefits of citrus through the FDOC. […]
New research continues to support the valuable role of 100% orange juice in the diets of children
BARTOW, Fla. – A new study finds that children who drink 100% orange juice as part of a healthy diet have better overall diet quality and consume more nutrients than […]