CATP12 Projects Approved for Funding
The list of projects approved for funding by the Citrus Research and Development Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors at their February 26, 2013 meeting can be found at CATP12 Projects Approved for Funding. Researchers will receive an email in the coming weeks regarding the next steps in contracting. For some proposals, revision to scope, time and/or budget were recommended. The Research Program Manager will be in touch to discuss these changes. [Read More...]
CRDF Awarded Block Grant
CRDF Awarded a Specialty Crop Block Grant Project to Support the Health of New Citrus Plantings.
The Citrus Research and Development Foundation has been notified by the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program administered through Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, that their proposal submitted for support in the most recent Block Grant cycle was approved for funding.
NIFA, USDA Grant Award
Future CRDF Meetings
Research Management Mtg May 22, 2013 9:30 AM
Commercial Product Delivery Mtg May 22, 2013 10:30 AM
Board of Director’s Mtg May 28, 2013 9:30 AM
Finance & Audit Mtg June 11, 2013 10:00 AM
Grower Participation
The CRDF Board of Directors has identified eight of the most promising research programs and has tasked the Commercial Products Delivery Committee (CPDC) to begin work on creating roadmaps, timelines and other assistance to facilitate their commercialization for the benefit of the Florida citrus industry. As these projects move forward, there may be opportunities for growers, nurseries, processors and packers to participate in pilot programs and other development activities.