Dropped fruit and dashed hopes for Florida citrus growers

With agricultural losses from Hurricane Irma expected to run into billions of dollars, the head of the Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association (FFVA) says the industry will lobby for federal relief, reports The Packer. “Hurricane Irma left Sunshine State citrus groves with dropped fruit, standing water and dashed hopes,” said the trade publication, while tomato,… » Read More

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