Gulf Citrus Growers Association President’s message
I am proud to say that from the beginning of the HLB battle…“Gulf” growers have banned together! This column by GCGA President Wayne Simmons originally appeared in Florida Gulf Citrus […]
Gov. Scott apoints new commissioners
Gov. Scott reappointed Commissioner Michael Garavaglia to the Florida Citrus Commission this week and added two new commissioners to the board. BARTOW, Fla. – Gov. Rick Scott filled three seats […]
Proposed food labeling changes
Confused about food labeling? You’ve likely seen the announcement that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed changes that we’ll see popping up on our food labels. What does it […]
FCC’s McKenna: “The game has changed”
Florida Citrus Commission chairman Marty McKenna praises U.S. Farm Bill and those who made it happen. The following appeared as a guest editorial in publications across Florida. BARTOW – I write […]
Uncle Matt’s introduces new flavors and releases the “State of the Orange” trends report
From Grove to Glass, Uncle Matt’s Organic Celebrates 15 Years of Producing Organic, Quality Citrus CLERMONT, Fla. – Uncle Matt’s Organic, the nation’s original organic juice company, is celebrating 15 years […]
Many Canadians familiar with nutrition guidelines but most still miss the mark
Ninety percent of survey respondents report consuming less than the daily recommended servings of fruits and vegetables for adults. TORONTO – When it comes to following common nutrition guidelines, like […]
FCM’s Wheeler: Farm Bill offers hope
Mark Wheeler, a third-generation Lake Placid citrus grower, shares his thoughts on the recently passed Farm Bill. Wheeler is also President of Florida Citrus Mutual (2012-2014). As a Florida citrus […]
The Birth of an Innovation: The Tropicana 89-Ounce Container
PepsiCo innovators develop a recyclable Tropicana container to meet consumer preferences. Developing innovative products takes the time and talents of amazing PepsiCo associates who work hard to deliver consumers around the world […]
Farm bill contains $125 million for citrus greening research
LAKELAND – The Florida citrus industry got a huge increase in helping the fight against citrus greening disease Monday when a House and Senate Farm Bill Conference Committee approved $125 […]
One in four Belgians regard December & January as the most depressing months of the year
According to a recent survey, November through to January is the darkest period of the year for Belgian citizens. Florida Grapefruit partners up with Wim Casteleyn, chef of the Red […]