As many families settle into the 2019/2020 school year, children and parents alike are adapting to food habits and meal plans that accommodate long days and busy schedules. Fortunately, the Bee Sweet Citrus sales team reports availability of tasty, nutritious citrus varieties that are perfect for the home, school or office. …
After concluding a successful citrus season in the United States, Duda Farm Fresh Foods launched its import citrus program for the 17th consecutive summer. Beginning mid-May through October, Duda imports citrus to the U.S. from the southern hemisphere for optimal quality, flavor and volume for U.S. consumers. …
A team of researchers, including two from the University of California, Riverside, has identified the genes responsible for the hallmark sour taste of many citrus fruits. Published Tuesday, Feb. 25 in Nature Communications, the research could help plant breeders develop new, sweeter varieties. …
Citrus just isn’t grown that much in North Florida. In fact, it’s also grown less and less in its traditional strongholds in central and south Florida as a deadly disease takes its toll on groves. …
“This is our busiest time of year, by far,” said Martin, executive vice president of Florida Gift Fruit Shippers Association, which sends out the neatly assembled boxes of fruits for its 36 grower-packer members from its facility near Kirkman Road and Colonial Drive. “There’s long been an appeal — and a tradition — with giving fruit for Christmas,” she said. “You’re sitting in the snow, and what’s better than getting a taste of Florida?” …
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