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Florida’s ancient citrus groves may be replaced by this ancient tree as farmers look for other crops

Posted on July 9, 2024July 23, 2024 by Krystal S | 27984 Views | 29 min read

Pongamia tree (pictured) is replacing the Florida citrus tree – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Pics Man24 In Florida, an old tree from India is growing in groves where citrus trees once thrived, and it may contribute to the country’s renewable energy supply. Two deadly diseases, citrus canker and greening, have virtually destroyed much of

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