Rolnictwo i żywność · 30/09/2014

USDA Relaxes Grade Requirements for Florida Oranges, Grapefruit, and Tangelos

The USDA is adopting a final rule to relax the minimum grade requirements for oranges, grapefruit, tangerines, and tangelos grown in Florida, allowing for more Valencia and late-type oranges to be shipped to interstate markets during the late season. This change aims to increase fresh shipments and meet growing demand.