• Before Hurricane Wilma hit this week, Florida's citrus industry had gradually started to get back into shape after last year's disease and natural disaster. (foodnavigator.com)
  • ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Florida's citrus industry got some dire news Tuesday from an organization that advises the federal government on science and technical matters. (wmfe.org)
  • Set amidst gently rolling hills in the heart of Citrus County along Florida's Nature Coast, the Villages of Citrus Hills is characterized as the state's only coastal locale appointed with lush vistas and rolling hills to 260 feet above sea level. (privatecommunities.com)
  • The updated citrus forecast, which has decreased by 5.6 million boxes since the April announcement, illustrates just how severely citrus greening is devastating Florida's citrus industry," said Agricultural Commissioner Adam Putnam in a prepared statement. (wuft.org)
  • The community-based prevention marketing program planning framework was used to adapt an evidence-based intervention to address eye injur ies among Florida's migrant citrus harvesters. (cdc.gov)
  • Hurricane Wilma hit the southern part of the state on Monday, according to preliminary estimates by Florida Citrus Mutual, the state's largest citrus grower organization. (foodnavigator.com)
  • The damage, most of which occurred in Hendry and Collier, two of the state's largest citrus producing counties, is likely to have knock-on effects on the price of ingredients and commodities such as orange juice. (foodnavigator.com)
  • There will also be revenue estimating conferences to consider the state's income from gaming, tobacco taxes and school trust funds, and the state of the Florida Economy. (thefloridacurrent.com)
  • On Tuesday, the Florida Department of Citrus pushed for $5.75 million from the state's general fund to curb effects of citrus greening on the state economy. (wuft.org)
  • The forecast for Florida citrus, the state's signature crop, was expected to improve a bit in the upcoming season compared to last season, according to estimates released Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023. (cbs42.com)
  • ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) - The forecast for Florida citrus, the state's signature crop, is expected to improve in the upcoming season compared to last year when twin hurricanes battered the state at the start of the citrus season, according to estimates released Thursday. (cbs42.com)
  • In addition to crop and tree damage, the growers are concerned that the hurricane could have increased the spread of citrus canker, a bacterial disease that is spread by wind-driven rain. (foodnavigator.com)
  • Some growers feel that the threat of canker, more hurricanes and - most recently - citrus greening disease, a plant condition from China that has been found in southeast Florida and appears to be spreading, make it too risky to replant. (foodnavigator.com)
  • Florida citrus growers are bracing themselves for another challenging year after two back-to-back hurricanes this fall. (wmfe.org)
  • Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association's Christina Morton said most growers are sticking it out, but some are leaving the family business. (wmfe.org)
  • As citrus growers decide to leave the industry, some are because of these challenges that they're facing that land is not likely to return to citrus," said Morton. (wmfe.org)
  • Thus, any method that provides some cold protection can be of major importance to citrus growers. (ufl.edu)
  • As long as enough water is continuously applied to a plant, the heat generated when water freezes can keep the plant at or near 32°F (0°C). This is the principle used by strawberry, fern, or citrus nursery growers when they apply high volumes of water by sprinkler irrigation to protect their plants. (ufl.edu)
  • Citrus is famous in Florida, but there's another fruit growers want the country to know about: Peaches. (wrtv.com)
  • What scientists have called the worst disease to ever hit orange groves continues to plague Florida citrus growers. (wuft.org)
  • Florida growers are expected to harvest 1.9 million boxes of grapefruit during the 2023-2024 season, which lasts through next spring, up from 1.8 million boxes last season. (cbs42.com)
  • In south Florida where temperatures do not normally go far below freezing, high volume over-tree sprinkler irrigation has been used effectively on limes and avocados. (ufl.edu)
  • Citrus Springs is a census-designated place (CDP) in Citrus County, Florida, United States. (wikipedia.org)
  • Citrus Springs was developed by the Mackle Brothers, prominent Florida real estate developers working under The Deltona Corporation to be used as a subdivision consisting of over 34,000 homesites. (wikipedia.org)
  • Elkcam Boulevard, a prominent street in Citrus Springs, is "Mackle" spelled backwards. (wikipedia.org)
  • The area currently has two elementary schools (Citrus Springs Elementary School and Central Ridge Elementary School, opened fall 2008) and one middle school (Citrus Springs Middle School). (wikipedia.org)
  • Many abandoned mines exist in the Withlacoochee River basin, with a concentration of those within Citrus Springs. (wikipedia.org)
  • Some of those areas can be seen at one of Citrus Springs' two golf courses, El Diablo. (wikipedia.org)
  • Areas in northeastern Citrus Springs were part of a proposed but unbuilt portion of the Cross Florida Barge Canal to aid the transportation of the mineral. (wikipedia.org)
  • citation needed] The Withlacoochee State Trail, a 46-mile (74 km) bike riding trail which was converted from the railroad lines built in the early 1900s, runs through Citrus Springs, in places parallel to US 41. (wikipedia.org)
  • Residents are divided between Citrus Springs Elementary and Central Ridge Elementary. (wikipedia.org)
  • All residents are zoned to Citrus Springs Middle School. (wikipedia.org)
  • Compare 10 top rated Florida attorneys serving Citrus Springs. (justia.com)
  • This produce crate label was used by Theodore Strawn Inc., De Leon Springs, Florida. (thelabelman.com)
  • In citrus groves, the most commonly used spray jets discharge from 5 to 25 gallons/hour and cover a diameter of 5 to 21 feet. (ufl.edu)
  • Portions of the CDP are zoned to Citrus High School, Crystal River High School, and Lecanto High School. (wikipedia.org)
  • Important resources, links, phone numbers and terms you should know for Atlantic hurricane season in Central Florida. (wmfe.org)
  • Microsprinklers have proven effective during several freeze nights in central Florida tests. (ufl.edu)
  • The problem began in 2004 when the Asian citrus psyllid, a small insect that feeds from the sap of citrus trees, was brought into the United States through the port of Miami. (wuft.org)
  • The Florida Department of Agriculture has a release program for the Tamarixia radiata, a beneficial insect of the psyllid. (ufl.edu)
  • U.S. Route 41 (North Florida Avenue) runs through the CDP, leading southeast 15 miles (24 km) to Inverness, the Citrus County seat, and north 3 miles (5 km) to Dunnellon in Marion County. (wikipedia.org)
  • Phosphate mining played a major part in the history of Citrus County until the end of World War II, when phosphate mining largely moved overseas. (wikipedia.org)
  • The first newspaper of Citrus County was called the Phosphate Times. (wikipedia.org)
  • The CDP is served by Citrus County Schools. (wikipedia.org)
  • Welcome to the Citrus County Sheriff's Office website. (sheriffcitrus.org)
  • For 136 years, we have served selflessly, protecting the citizens of Citrus County since our operations began on June 2, 1887. (sheriffcitrus.org)
  • Our mission is simple, to deliver Excellence in Public Safety through our vision to make Citrus County the safest community in Florida. (sheriffcitrus.org)
  • NOTE: Failure to complete the forms in their entirety or follow the instructions above will result in the return of the documents with no action taken by the Citrus County Sheriff's Office. (sheriffcitrus.org)
  • Contact the Citrus County Sheriff's Office and have a deputy respond to the location and report the incident. (sheriffcitrus.org)
  • Windsor Place is a newer Hillsborough County community in the up and coming Citrus Park area just outside of Westchase in beautiful Tampa , Florida. (lipplyrealestate.com)
  • Here at U.S. Lawns of Citrus County , we take great pride in creating potential for everyone to grow within our business. (uslawns.com)
  • From experienced lawn care technician to just starting out in your career, if you're looking for a landscape job near Citrus County, Florida , we're looking for you! (uslawns.com)
  • This produce crate label was used by Marion County Citrus Co., Wiersdale, Florida. (thelabelman.com)
  • Stop in today to get a great deal on your next smartphone at your nearby Tampa, FL T-Mobile store. (t-mobile.com)
  • Citrus greening, a bacterial disease that prevents citrus trees from retaining nutrients, hit the orange juice industry hard this year. (wuft.org)
  • As people are inspired to eat healthier, they're reaching for Florida grown oranges and orange juice again in stores. (wmfe.org)
  • Florida is expected to produce 20.5 million boxes of oranges during the upcoming season, up from 15.8 million boxes last season, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. (cbs42.com)
  • Florida had been the leading producer of oranges in the U.S. until last season when the state was battered by Hurricanes Ian and Nicole. (cbs42.com)
  • Citrus canker, which was first detected in Miami in October 1995, was in the process of being eradicated when last year's hurricanes spread the disease across the region. (foodnavigator.com)
  • Even before the hurricanes, citrus production had been on a downward trajectory because of ongoing disease problems. (cbs42.com)
  • Fruits harvested in February and March from two strawberry cultivars, 'Strawberry Festival' and 'Florida Radiance', were examined. (who.int)
  • The USDA's citrus forecast for the state predicts a drop in production this year. (wmfe.org)
  • Florida State Parks Guide. (wikipedia.org)
  • The Florida citrus industry has a $9.1 billion economic impact to the state, employs nearly 90,000 people and covers 750,000 acres in the state. (foodnavigator.com)
  • Florida State Statute requires the Sheriff's Office to serve all enforceable civil process listed here with fees. (sheriffcitrus.org)
  • The Florida Current summarizes the 2013 legislative session as Democrats push Scott to call a special session for health care and environmental groups question whether the state can sell enough of its land to make the $70 million allocation for land acquisition to work. (thefloridacurrent.com)
  • Last year, University of Florida researchers said they believed every grove in the state may have been infected. (wuft.org)
  • The Florida citrus industry has previously received over $125 million of federal and state money to help pay for research on a solution to the problem. (wuft.org)
  • Mr. Musca is a passionate, aggressive and nationally-renowned criminal defense attorney who represents clients on all criminal defense matters in the State of Florida. (justia.com)
  • Millions of boxes of fruit and thousands of acres of citrus trees have been lost in freezes and frosts. (ufl.edu)
  • Formulated with aloe, apple fruit extract, and ashwagandha extract to help soothe and relax, while the rejuvenating scent of Citrus Cardamom elevates the senses. (universalcompanies.com)
  • Most of these labels are works of art with the practical purpose of promoting Florida citrus brand awareness. (florida-backroads-travel.com)
  • The cooling freshness of peppermint pure essential oil and the uplifting burst of citrus will soothe and nourish your skin with weightless hydration. (smallflower.com)
  • This week the Board of Governors meets, the citrus industry holds its annual conference, the Bob Graham Center gives its citizen of the year award, there are meetings about coral reefs, and the Florida Democratic Party holds its Jefferson-Jackson Weekend. (thefloridacurrent.com)
  • Fred Gmitter, a geneticist at the University of Florida Citrus Research and Education Center, holds an orange affected by citrus greening disease at a grove in Fort Meade, Fla., on Sept. 27, 2018. (cbs42.com)
  • University of Florida scientists figured out how to grow them here. (wrtv.com)
  • There is much hope, but not enough data, for several chemical and genetic modification approaches," said Professor Dean Gabriel, a University of Florida plant bacteriology specialist. (wuft.org)
  • Sandalwood-Citrus Zum Mist Aromatherapy Room & Body Spray chases away musty odors to bring a refreshing, aromatic boost of essential oil energy. (indigowild.com)
  • Use this citrus and sandalwood body spray and room spray to freshen up your gym bag or spritz bed linens before you hit the hay. (indigowild.com)
  • I think that's kind of something that we saw come out of the the pandemic is kind of this renewed emphasis on a healthier lifestyle and, you know, drinking orange juice, Florida orange juice," said Morton. (wmfe.org)
  • Morton says people should buy orange products with the Fresh from Florida sticker on them to support local farmers. (wmfe.org)
  • The more orange trees are affected, the more citrus farmers are put out of work. (wuft.org)
  • Sunny D Tangy Original Orange Flavored Citrus Punch, 6.75 Fl. (ralphs.com)
  • SunnyD Tangy Original orange flavored citrus punch with other natural flavors. (ralphs.com)
  • Florida Peechy's are grown by the Treasure Coast Peach Company. (wrtv.com)
  • HB 1237 would return appointment authority to the Florida Citrus Commission and is moving in the House as an industry consensus bill. (thefloridacurrent.com)
  • Agriculture employs about 75,000 people across Florida, the second biggest industry following tourism. (wuft.org)
  • In central and north Florida, temperatures are usually colder, and over-tree sprinklers should not be used on large citrus trees because the weight of the ice formed can break off limbs and cause tree collapse. (ufl.edu)
  • Like citrus, peaches need some cool temperatures for their trees to flourish, called "chill hours," when the thermometer dips below 55 degrees. (wrtv.com)
  • said Mike Yeder, international marketing director at the Florida Department of Citrus (FDOC). (foodnavigator.com)
  • In 2011 the Legislature made Senate confirmation part of the process to pick the Department of Citrus' executive director, a move viewed as a power play by JD Alexander, the powerful chairman of the Senate Budget Committee. (thefloridacurrent.com)
  • Putnam's agency recently requested $18 million for research on disease relief, to grow clean citrus stock and replant trees. (wuft.org)
  • We're a water testing company that offers thorough services for residential and commercial customers throughout Spring Hill, FL and surrounding communities. (hometeam.com)
  • So it's so important that we continue to invest in citrus research, protect our way of life and ensure reliable domestic food supply. (wmfe.org)
  • Citrus reticulata has commonly been purported to be one of the primary species for citrus breeding. (usf.edu)
  • Robert graduated from both law school and the United States Merchant Marine Academy with honors, and served on the esteemed Florida Law Review. (justia.com)
  • A new report from the National Academies of Science Engineering and Medicine warns farmers that a single breakthrough in controlling citrus greening is unlikely. (wmfe.org)
  • This week the Florida Public Service Commission has a week of hearings about the nuclear cost recovery clause, the Task Force on Citizen Safety and Protection, and the Board of Governors hold meetings as well as the Joint Legislative Budget Commission and several water management districts. (thefloridacurrent.com)
  • When he started, several area school districts began incorporating the smaller Florida peach in their lunch programs. (wrtv.com)