As Trevor Murphy pulls up to his dad's 20-acre (8-hectare) grove in one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, he points to the cookie-cutter, one-story homes encroaching on the orange ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Scientists at the University of Florida are testing a new type of citrus tree that can fight off the tiny insects responsible for ...

Taking care of plants is rewarding, especially when it comes to fruit trees or other edible plants. But it quickly becomes a stressful endeavor when you spot a mystery problem, such as your citrus ...

A genetically engineered tree holds promise to possibly save Florida's citrus industry from an insect that causes "greening disease." The Asian citrus psyllid has devastated the industry. Some Florida ...

LAKE WALES — As Trevor Murphy pulls up to his dad’s 20-acre grove in one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, he points to the cookie-cutter, one-story homes encroaching on the orange ...

LAKE WALES, Fla. (AP) — As Trevor Murphy pulls up to his dad’s 20-acre (8-hectare) grove in one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, he points to the cookie-cutter, one-story homes ...

With shiny dark green leaves, fragrant star-like flowers, and edible fruits, citrus trees are a rewarding addition to any houseplant collection. Many types can be grown in the landscape in USDA plant ...