Texas Citrus Production Expected to Rise 15 Percent This Season
What happened
Texas citrus growers are preparing for a harvest expected to be about 15 percent larger than last season, according to President of Texas Citrus Mutual, Dale Murden. The increase is attributed to younger trees coming into production. Last season saw slightly over 4.5 million fresh cartons, while this season is expected to exceed 5 million fresh cartons. The production is composed of 70 percent grapefruit and 30 percent oranges.
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Why it matters
The outlook follows a challenging growing season marked by high temperatures and drought concerns. While fruit quality is noted as exceptional, the industry hopes for strong demand to absorb the increased supply. The harvest season for oranges is expected to begin in the first week of October, with grapefruit following in the second or third week of October.
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Who's involved
- TexasState of Texas where the citrus production is located.
- Texas Department of AgricultureState agency responsible for agriculture and rural community affairs.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- TexasSpeculative
The increased agricultural output could bolster the state's overall economic health and revenue.