How Much Will the FDA's Orange Juice Rule Support US Growers?

Yes, a lot of citrus news items today. 😇 

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FDA’s Orange Juice Rule Could Boost U.S. Growers

The FDA is considering lowering the orange juice Brix standard from 10.5% to 10.0%, aiming to decrease costs, increase U.S. citrus utilization, and provide support to domestic growers. This change could potentially benefit U.S. citrus producers by making their products more competitive in the market.

[Yes, this has been reported before, but the Farm Bureau’s report is much more complete and the graphs talk.]

U.S. orange juice shipments plummet as Canadians find Florida OJ hard to swallow

Counter-tariffs on Tropicana and rising costs for fresh-squeezed juice have led to a significant drop in U.S. orange juice shipments to Canada. This trend suggests that orange juice may soon become a luxury item for Canadians due to these factors impacting the market.

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Budding Arrival in Brazil Raises Citrus Greening Concern

The budding arrival in Brazilian orange groves is a crucial time for citrus growers, as highlighted by Fundecitrus. This process marks an important phase for the citrus industry in Brazil, raising concerns about citrus greening disease. Vigilance and proactive measures during budding are essential to combat this threat and safeguard citrus crops in the region.

Research Worth Reading 🔬

Structural characterization and hypoglycemic activity of a polysaccharide from Litchi chinensis Sonn. (litchi) pericarp

The article discusses the structural characterization and hypoglycemic activity of a polysaccharide derived from Litchi chinensis Sonn. pericarp, a byproduct of litchi processing. The pericarp contains bioactive polysaccharides with potential health benefits. Understanding the structure of these polysaccharides can provide insights into their hypoglycemic effects, offering opportunities for further research and potential applications in managing blood sugar levels.

Optimized Recovery of Essential Oils from Citrus Peels Using Cellulase-Salt Pretreatment and Microwave Hydrodistillation: A Study of Yield and Functional Activities

The study explores optimizing the recovery of essential oils from citrus peels using cellulase-salt pretreatment and microwave hydrodistillation. Citrus peel, rich in essential oils, holds promise for food and cosmetics industries. The research aims to enhance oil extraction efficiency, highlighting the potential benefits for various applications.

A Study on the Cell Layer Patterns of a Citrus Periclinal Chimera Reveals β‐Cryptoxanthin Regulation in Citrus Fruits

Researchers have identified a unique citrus chimera with distinct tissue origins and carotenoid profiles, revealing that fruit tissues develop from all three cell layers in varying proportions. This discovery sheds light on the regulation of β‐cryptoxanthin in citrus fruits, providing valuable insights into the development and composition of citrus varieties.

Rapid detection of "Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus" through recombinase polymerase amplification-based lateral flow device (RPA-LFA) in citrus using crude sap 

The study focuses on the rapid detection of "Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus" in citrus plants using a recombinase polymerase amplification-based lateral flow device (RPA-LFA) with crude sap samples. Huanglongbing (HLB) disease poses a threat to citrus crops globally, impacting yields. The RPA-LFA method offers a quick and efficient means of detecting the pathogen, aiding in timely disease management and control in citrus cultivation.