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 Welcome
to our 49th Annual Program for the Food Industry. This year's conference will
focus on the following key issues facing citrus processing and related
industries: the global nature of our business, challenges facing the Florida
citrus industry, technology in the processing plants, new markets and the
research to support them. The impact of greening disease on the citrus industry
cannot be overstated, and this year we have dedicated two sessions to discuss
its implications. Greening disease topics will include scientific research
activities, and the economics of the industry and potential impact on processed
citrus products. Our invited speakers, all active in academia, industry and
government, were selected because of their depth of knowledge in these pertinent
topics and their enthusiasm in sharing their insights. This event will bring
together our invited speakers with industry leaders, researchers, technical and
managerial personnel, and partners who are actively involved in the food,
beverage and citrus industries. We look forward to your participation!
Renée Goodrich Schneider
Program Organizer
University
of Florida/IFAS, FSHN
Gainesville, FL
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