As the end of the year approaches, now is a good time to look back at what has been learned about huanglongbing (HLB) disease over the last 20 years. In the Citrus Industry section of the December issue of Specialty Crop Grower, Michael Rogers, Citrus Research and Education Center director, provides a comprehensive review of the progress made in fighting HLB. His article addresses the history of the disease, advancements made in keeping trees productive, and what lies ahead for HLB research. Rogers also takes a look at changes in grove management and new tools growers have implemented.
In his monthly Citrus Nursery Source feature, Peter Chaires, executive director of the New Varieties Development and Management Corp., highlights eight new citrus varieties introduced by the University of Florida. There will be an eight-year period of exclusivity for Florida growers for these new varieties. NVMDC will manage the licensing and commercialization process. Learn about the benefits of the new introductions in his article.
The continuing coverage of the 2025 Citrus Achievement Award winner wraps up this month. In an article and video, Ben Albritton discusses citrus industry issues and priorities for next year’s Florida legislative session.
Just in time for the holidays, Brenda Eubanks Burnette shares poignant memories of the special role the Florida orange played at Christmastime. Read her Pieces of the Past column to be taken back to a simpler time.
The December issue of Specialty Crop Grower is coming soon. Subscribe to the magazine to stay up to date with citrus industry information.
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