The long-struggling Florida citrus industry now faces an invasive species crisis, but researchers have a plan to fight back.

Growing a lemon tree indoors lets you enjoy fresh citrus year-round, even without outdoor space or a warm climate. Choose compact varieties like Meyer or Ponderosa lemons, which stay small but still ...

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Matt Mattia used both hands to flip through the branch at his eye level, studying each side of every leaf as sunlight filtered from above. “Just healthy leaves,” he said, noting the dark green color.

Cold-hardy citrus varieties like satsuma mandarins and Sugar Belle oranges can thrive in North Florida despite occasional freezes. Proper planting and care are essential for citrus success, including ...

A genetically engineered tree holds promise to possibly save Florida's citrus industry from an insect that causes "greening disease." The Asian citrus psyllid has devastated the industry. Some Florida ...

On either side of a sandy dirt road, Valencia orange trees tower overhead with flecks of orange and yellow peeking through leafy green branches. Morgan McKenna Porter, 32, has spent her whole life in ...

Citrus greening is a widespread disease in Florida that affects all citrus cultivars. The disease is spread by an insect called the Asian citrus psyllid, which infects the tree as it feeds. Improving ...

ARS scientists made a "sweet" discovery that may be important to solving a major problem within the citrus industry. Huanglongbing (HLB), also known as citrus greening disease, poses a serious threat ...