100% grapefruit juice consumption linked to cardiovascular benefits for women
BARTOW – A study examining the effects of 100% grapefruit juice consumption on vascular function in women reported that consumption led to lower vascular stiffness when compared to a control drink. […]
Chairman Johnson: Amidst Inflation, OJ Sales Remain Strong
As prices continue to rise across the board for goods and services, many shoppers may find themselves buying not what they want but what they need. The key for us […]
Chairman Johnson: Moving Quickly on the Donaldson Tree
As our season winds down, the journey toward an HLB-tolerant or resistant tree is heating up. FDOC Executive Director Shannon Shepp provided an update at the Commission meeting this week […]
Florida Orange Production Up in May Forecast
BARTOW – Florida Orange production is projected to hit more than 40 million boxes in the 2021-22 season, according to the USDA. This represents a 2 million box increase since […]
Chairman Johnson: Preparing for Changes in Consumer Behavior
The Department has many tools at its disposal to analyze, evaluate and anticipate changes in consumer behavior. While the marketing team turns to these tools regularly throughout the season, they […]
Chairman Johnson: A Commitment to Growth
I write a lot about the importance of teamwork and collaboration here. That’s because I truly believe it’s an essential component of this industry’s success. And fortunately, I’m not alone. […]
UK Announces Removal of Retaliatory Tariffs on American Orange Juice
Press Release: Florida Citrus Mutual Contact: Tamara Wood, 863.698.9276 Bartow, FL – The United States and United Kingdom struck a trade accord Tuesday that will remove U.S. tariffs on British […]
Chairman Johnson: Fresh Citrus in the Spotlight
As we head into the last few months of our growing season, I’m feeling energized by what’s ahead. Plans are being formulated for how best to research, cultivate, and grow […]
Chairman Johnson: A Beacon of Hope
By now, many of you have heard about the Donaldson tree. Recently rediscovered at USDA’s Whitmore Farms, this decades-old tree is abundantly producing early-season oranges and, despite being infected with […]
Chairman Johnson: Teamwork and Collaboration are Key
The Florida Citrus industry has a longstanding history of collaboration – both in times of prosperity and loss. Take the Florida Citrus Commission for example. Formed in 1935, the Commission […]