Science is a beloved aspect of Agriculture, as it has long influenced Agriculture in such a positive way. A shining example of Science’s positive impact would be all the research that is ongoing on curing Citrus Greening. From Biology to Chemistry to Earth Science, Science has helped Agriculture to grow and raise more food with [...]
In the fall of 2013, the citrus growers and beekeepers of Florida were involved in a voluntary and collaborative initiative to guarantee the protection of beehives growing close to citrus groves. Other states around the country have looked to the Florida initiative as a model for their own state on how to create partnerships between [...]
The Swisher Sweets/Sunbelt Expo Southeastern has named its 2014 Farmer of the Year. The organization recognizes C. Dennis Carlton, a real estate investor and citrus grower with the honor. Carlton is recognized for the huge impact he has made in the city of Tampa but also in neighboring areas of Florida. He will receive the [...]
A recent segment on Tampa Bay’s FOX News grabbed my attention. Florida citrus growers face insurmountable odds and have for years. They battle freezes (yes, even in Florida), extreme droughts, and yearly hurricanes. Some years are worse than others, but growers are so proficient at the process, they know what needs to be done and [...]
The Florida citrus industry provides a $9 billion annual economic impact and employs nearly 76,000 people. It’s almost immeasurable as to how much damage the citrus greening issue is causing. Latest reports share another reduction of 4 million boxes produced last month. […]
Did you know the Florida citrus industry and beekeepers industry are uniquely linked? Both are facing serious challenges. Some of the resolutions for citrus growers to combat the tremendous greening problem adversely affect the honey industry. Beekeepers traditionally place hives in citrus groves so the bees produce citrus-flavored honey, one of the most popular flavors [...]
An article published this week in the Highlands Today newspaper shared that Between November and May each year, Florida produces about 300 agricultural commodities that are sold across the U.S. and in more than 120 countries around the world. This has been supported by the state’s Department of Agriculture and Consumer Affairs and the Fresh [...]
Over the past few years, we have learned about an important issue faced by Florida’s citrus industry: the fight against citrus greening disease. Recently, the Associated Press reported that the issue is making national headlines and Federal agriculture officials are joining Florida’s battle. The article, published on December 12, reported The U.S. Department of Agriculture [...]
Two recent articles tout the success of the Florida agriculture industry. In October, WUFT news featured the post Florida’s Agriculture Industry Continues To Grow. The article revealed that Florida ranks second behind California in fresh market vegetable production. Citing a report released last week by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services as its [...]
The Florida citrus industry is one of Florida’s most important industries. It’s actually a huge part of the Florida brand. Almost as soon as you drive across the state line, you begin to see the Florida auto tags adorned with the bright orange fruit. But, recently a citrus farm in Fellsmere, Florida found a new [...]
