Department of Citrus
What is the purpose of the department?
The purpose of the Florida Department of Citrus is to maximize consumer demand for Florida citrus products to ensure the sustainability and economic well-being of Florida citrus growers, the citrus industry, and the state of Florida. The Florida Department of Citrus is governed by the Florida Citrus Commission.
How is the department governed?
The Florida Citrus Commission serves as the board of directors and agency head for the department. It is responsible for setting the annual amount of excise tax as well as quality standards for all citrus grown, packed, or processed in Florida. The commission consists of 11 members appointed by the Governor to represent citrus growers, processors, and packers.
What activities are performed by the department?
The department's activities include the following.
- Marketing efforts which include economic and market research reports and presentations, as well as domestic and international marketing programs to support the Florida citrus industry.
- Research efforts which in 2024-25 focused on the health benefits of Florida citrus, with an emphasis on Florida orange juice.
- Licensing citrus dealers.
How are these activities funded?
The funding information listed below is provided by Transparency Florida. Additional funding information can be obtained on the State of Florida Fiscal Portal or by contacting the department.
| Fund | Dollars | Positions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CITRUS, DEPARTMENT OF | |||
| AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS MARKETING |
31,737,549
|
6.00 |
|
| CITRUS RESEARCH |
4,175,261
|
6.00 |
|
| EXECUTIVE DIRECTION AND SUPPORT SERVICES |
4,333,962
|
16.00 |
|
TOTAL |
40,246,772 |
28.00 |
Where can I find information on the department's performance?
Additional Resources
OPPAGA Reports and Presentations
A complete list of OPPAGA reports and presentations is available on our website.
Other Reports
Florida Department of Citrus, Annual Financial Reports
Florida Department of Citrus, Citrus Reference Books
Florida Department of Citrus, Dashboard
Florida Department of Citrus, Economic Indicators
Florida Department of Citrus, Florida Production Trends
Florida Department of Citrus, Fresh Citrus Shipments
Florida Department of Citrus, Market Research
Florida Department of Citrus, Retail Sales Trends
A complete list of Florida Auditor General reports is available on its website.
Websites of Interest
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, Citrus Research and Education Center
Citrus Research and Development Foundation
U.S. Department of Agriculture
U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Agricultural Statistics Service
Applicable Statutes
Department Contact Information
Florida Department of Citrus Contact Website
Florida Department of Citrus
Post Office Box 9010
Bartow, Florida 33831-9010
(863) 537-3999
Website