GroveNotes - The Blog of FloridaOrange

The journey of Florida citrus from tree to table involves several steps in the supply chain, including: Growing: Florida citrus is grown on large commercial groves, where farmers take care of the trees, including fertilizing, pruning, and protecting them from pests and diseases. Harvesting: The citrus is picked by hand...

The process of growing, harvesting, and packaging Florida citrus for consumption is a complex and multi-step process that involves several stages. Growing: Florida citrus is grown in groves, which are made up of trees that are planted in well-draining soil. The trees are typically propagated through grafting, and are pruned...

Florida's citrus industry has faced a number of challenges in recent years, including diseases such as citrus greening and hurricanes, as well as competition from other states and countries. In response, many growers and industry organizations have turned to sustainable practices in order to improve the long-term health of their...

Citrus greening disease, also known as Huanglongbing (HLB), is a serious threat to Florida's citrus industry. The disease is caused by a bacterial infection that is spread by the Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) insect. HLB causes the fruit to become small, misshapen, and discolored, making it unmarketable. The tree itself...