Matthew Mattia recently provided an overview of work at the U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service (USDA ARS) transgenic test site in Fort Pierce. Transgenic refers to an organism that contains genetic material into which DNA from an unrelated organism has been artificially introduced. Scientists at the Picos Farm screen transgenics for suppression of citrus Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus (CLas), the bacteria that causes …
Survey Seeks Input on Florida Citrus Quality Problems
By Frank Giles John Chater joined the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Science (UF/IFAS) in January as an assistant professor of horticultural sciences. His job also comes with a significant Extension component, which will allow him to work closely with growers. “Extension helps make the research conducted at the university worthwhile, because this is how that knowledge …
How Citrus Tree Nutrition Has Changed During the HLB Era
Q&A with 2021 Citrus Achievement Award winner Larry Black yields his take on fertilizer programs, psyllid control, and the family co-op.
Say Hello to the Newest Citrus Achievement Award Winner
See why Larry Black says grower expertise and scientific advancement will eventually win the day over HLB.
2 Novel Approaches To Take On Citrus Greening
Research project takes aim at the disease vector and promoting tree health.
Citrus Researchers and Growers Building a Bright Future
New science, technology, practices, and varieties pave the path forward.
Strength in Numbers for ‘We Believe in Florida Citrus’ Movement
Learn more about initiative that shines a light on the positives happening for the Sunshine State’s signature crop.
Ways Florida Growers Are Learning Forward in 2021
Florida Grower Editor Frank Giles says there’s a lot happening in Florida agriculture, and much of it is good.
Why Beck Bros. Believe in the Future of Florida Citrus
Planting and confidence in a strong back-to-basics production plan pave the path forward.
Oak Extract Shows Promise in Fight against Citrus Greening
New research reveals a reduction in bacterial titer and starch accumulation in infected trees.
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