With what has begun as another dry and mild winter, the SMR Farms citrus harvest is well under way. Our fruit quality is meeting expectations, but smaller than average size is limiting our yield per acre. As we watch the fruit prices posted by Florida Citrus Mutual, it would appear to be the statewide trend.
The University of Florida is once again offering Citrus Production Classes in February at the Turner Center in Arcadia, with focus on Psyllid , Leafminer, Greening, and Citrus Canker management. With these issues being the most threatening and costly that confront us, SMR Farms plans to attend. Registration for these classes may be made by calling the Citrus Advisory Committee at 863-773-2164.
