Save the Iconic Florida Orange
The first and only nonprofit foundation dedicated to saving Florida's citrus legacy.
We help preserve groves and the future of the iconic Florida orange.
Who We Are: Saving Florida Citrus, One Grove at a Time
Picture this: endless stretches of sunlit citrus groves, their branches heavy with bright, juicy oranges—a taste of Florida's soul itself. Now imagine those vibrant groves gone, replaced by barren fields or concrete jungles and endless windmills. That's the future we refuse to accept.
The Save Florida Citrus Groves Foundation was born from a passion for preserving one of Florida’s most iconic treasures: the beloved citrus groves. These groves are more than just fruit-bearing trees; they are part of Florida’s cultural and agricultural identity, a living symbol of the Sunshine State.
The Foundation is taking bold action to ensure that we can all continue to enjoy the state’s most beloved natural treasure by providing grants to small citrus growers. From restoring abandoned groves on the brink of ruin to acquiring new land to plant thriving citrus trees, it’s vital to safeguard agricultural land from commercial development.
But they’re under attack—by disease, climate change, and urban sprawl. From restoring abandoned groves on the brink of ruin to acquiring new land to plant thriving citrus trees, we fight to keep the legacy of Florida oranges alive.
Donate today to stand with us in preserving the sweet, sun-soaked tradition that makes Florida citrus unlike anything else in the world. Every dollar brings us closer to a flourishing future for Florida oranges—because some legacies are just too delicious to lose.
What We Do: Fighting for a Juicy Future
Florida’s citrus groves are in trouble. Diseases like citrus greening, changing weather patterns, and creeping urban sprawl are turning once-thriving orchards into barren landscapes. But at the Save Florida Citrus Groves Foundation, we don’t just watch it happen—we take action. With your charitable action, we provide grants to small citrus growers.
We breathe life back into abandoned citrus groves on the brink of ruin, nursing them back to health with sustainable farming practices. We collaborate with scientists to combat diseases threatening the trees. And when prime land is at risk of being lost forever, we step in to purchase new acreage for planting vibrant groves that will feed future generations.
But that’s not all. We work with young farmers, passing down the craft and knowledge of citrus cultivation. We advocate for research and education, determined to keep Florida’s citrus industry thriving for years to come.
Every dollar raised helps us restore groves, fight disease, and protect Florida’s citrus heritage. Join us—because saving Florida oranges is about more than just fruit, it’s about preserving a piece of Florida’s heart.
Anticipated Projects: Reviving Florida's Citrus Legacy
In the heart of Florida's citrus belt, where the sweet aroma of oranges once filled the air, the land now faces a crisis. Once-thriving groves in Polk and Citrus counties are struggling against disease, aging trees, and the ever-growing threat of urban development. But the Save Florida Citrus Groves Foundation is determined to reverse this decline and protect the iconic Florida orange for generations to come.
Our work is set to begin with the Polk County Grove Restoration Project. Situated near Haines City, this historic grove had been abandoned for years, choked by weeds and weakened by citrus greening disease. We’ve partnered with leading agricultural scientists and local farmers to rehabilitate the land. Through innovative disease management techniques and the planting of new disease-resistant trees, this grove is on its way to becoming a model for sustainable citrus farming. The goal? A flourishing grove producing thousands of pounds of vibrant, healthy oranges each season.
In Citrus County, we’re spearheading the Citrus Springs Grove Development Initiative. We’ll be acquiring sprawling tracts of land previously slated for commercial development and are transforming it into a citrus oasis. By using advanced irrigation systems and eco-friendly farming practices, this new grove will yield a bounty of oranges while setting the standard for environmental stewardship in Florida agriculture. These efforts are more than just agricultural projects—they’re preserving Florida’s citrus heritage.
With every tree planted and every grove restored, we’re ensuring that the Florida orange remains a symbol of sunshine, resilience, and hope.
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