Florida's warm climate provides great conditions for cultivating a wide variety of citrus fruits, making the state one of the leading citrus-producing regions in the world. The history of citrus in Florida traces back to the 16th century when Spanish explorers introduced orange seeds to the peninsula. However, it wasn't until the late 19th century that the citrus industry began to flourish, with hardier varieties being developed that could withstand Florida's occasional freezes.
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Agritourism: A Chance to Experience the Farm
When most people think of Southwest Florida, they think of beaches and golfing, but our area of the state is home to some of the most sophisticated and diverse agricultural operations in the country. Florida produces over 300 commodities, covering A-Z with production. Most of the farms in our region consist of vegetable crops, but there is large acreage dedicated to open-range cow/calf operations and cowboy heritage, ornamental plants, fisheries, citrus, and more!
