As Citrus Expo draws nearer, excitement is building among many, including Ray Royce, executive director of the Highlands Country Citrus Growers Association (HCCGA). Royce says he looks forward to Citrus Expo every year because it has proven to be the premier educational session for citrus growers, production managers and industry professionals across the state of Florida. He urges all Highlands … Read More

Last year, AgNet Media incorporated vegetable and specialty crop seminars into the 28-year-old citrus event, Citrus Expo. The change was met with positive feedback from both growers and industry members. Therefore, AgNet Media decided to expand that side of the program and debut the Vegetable and Specialty Crop Expo, which will be held in conjunction with Citrus Expo. The two … Read More

Citrus Expo and the Vegetable & Specialty Crop Expo (VSC Expo) are quickly approaching, and growers can now register! AgNet Media, organizer of the combined event, is excited to bring the citrus, vegetable and specialty crop industries together. The two Expos will share a general session and a large trade show of more than 200 exhibitors. All growers are invited … Read More

Citrus Expo is just six months away, which means the planning process has started for the seminar program. Growers of citrus, vegetables and specialty crops will once again have the opportunity to earn continuing education units and Certified Crop Adviser credits at the event. Citrus Expo will kick off with a general session on top agricultural issues of importance to … Read More

Dear Growers, Industry Members and Friends: On behalf of everyone at Citrus Expo, we extend our sincere appreciation for the effort from all exhibitors, sponsors and guests at the 27th annual Citrus Expo. As you may be aware, Citrus Expo has been an integral part of Citrus Industry magazine for more than a quarter century, and each relies on the … Read More

Citrus Expo hosted its biggest crowd ever during the 2018 event held Aug. 15-16 at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Florida. The event included an educational program themed “Planting Tomorrow’s Profits.” Kicking off Citrus Expo was a new general session addressing timely issues for all types of growers. Attendees gained knowledge on the farm bill, crop insurance, … Read More

Citrus Expo is right around the corner! In order to make the most of your experience, here’s everything you should know before you go. The Agenda in the Trade Show Hall Wednesday, Aug. 15 Breakfast will be served at 7 a.m. Enjoy complimentary sausage and biscuits before walking the trade show floor. Ribs and Hoppin’ John will be served for … Read More

Researchers from the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) have always played a major role in ensuring the Citrus Expo educational program is packed with the latest information for growers. Jack Payne, senior vice president for agriculture and natural resources and leader of UF/IFAS, said Expo is an event that his team looks forward to every … Read More

Citrus growers who are among the first to arrive at the 2018 Citrus Expo will receive a free book, “Fresh Citrus Fruits.” Thanks to AGMAX, LLC, this book is being made available as a promotional gift, while supplies last, to citrus growers attending Citrus Expo 2018. This edition of “Fresh Citrus Fruits” was published in 2006, and these copies are … Read More