Sun Coast Gondolier in Venice, Florida

Florida citrus crop outlook trims June bloom fears

United Growers reported rains largely wiped out a potential June or late bloom that would have boosted the 1977 78 orange crop. The outlook shows normal bloom predominance, with uneven fruit drop and variable set across North and Central Ridge districts due to prior freezes and differing tree injuries. Grapefruit drop appears higher in some areas, while River district damage is less severe.