Florida Citrus Commission

With the industry hammered by hurricane damage and citrus greening disease and development overtaking groves, the overall harvest during the 2024-2025 season was the lowest in more than 100 years.

The move came after the USDA reduced a forecast for Florida orange production by 29 percent, grapefruit production by 10 percent and specialty fruits by 14 percent.

The increased demand is attributed to people working from home, and the thought a compound found in oranges can fend off coronavirus.

Florida’s citrus industry still contributes an estimated $8 billion a year to the state economy. That’s despite its longtime battle against greening - a…

This is citrus harvesting season in Florida, where oranges make up the largest part of an industry that contributes $8 billion a year to the state…

Free orange juice will continue to be available to travelers at Florida welcome centers as the state Department of Citrus squeezes staff to help the…