FDA lowers orange juice sugar standard — officials say it will boost Florida citrus

By: Mitch Perry

Outlets: Florida Phoenix

Published: July 17, 2026

Words: 686

Last Updated: 1 day, 4 hours ago

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LAKELAND — Florida’s once thriving citrus industry has declined precipitously over the past two decades, but state agriculture officials believe the downward trajectory may have plateaued, and expressed enthusiasm Friday regarding a federal rule change they say will provide a much needed boost to the struggling sector.

U.S. Health & Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the change at Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), he said, …

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