A Citrus Legacy Preview

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Made possible in part by a grant from THE DR. P. PHILLIPS FOUNDATION

"A Citrus Legacy" chronicles the history of the citrus industry in Central Florida from the Civil War to the present. Visit this section to learn about the citrus industry prior to the Civil War.

Did you know that Florida is the second largest producer of oranges in the world following Brazil? Visit this section for more citrus facts!

Visit this area to find resources for more information about the citrus industry.

It’s not just for breakfast anymore! Citrus produce is a key ingredient to a variety of tasty appetizers, entrees and, of course, desserts. Click here to view recipes that feature Florida’s “gold” in a variety of tantalizing dishes, from salads to casseroles and beyond, check out how citrus can be a delicious addition to your dinner menu! Or submit your favorite citrus recipe!

"A Citrus Legacy" is a WMFE production. Visit this page to learn more about the producers of "A Citrus Legacy"

A Citrus Legacy is just one of many local programs produced here in Central Florida by WMFE. Each week, WMFE’s ASSIGNMENT series explores a key aspect of the Central Florida community from transportation issues to tourism and the renovation of city parks. Also, WMFE is your community source for in-depth interviews with the politicians determining Florida’s legislative future on Lawmakers, Mondays at 11 p.m. Don’t miss the variety of local programs produced for Central Florida’s community by WMFE.

Visit this section for coloring books, crossword puzzles, and more citrus fun for kids!

WMFE's production of A Citrus Legacy, funded by a generous grant from the DR. P. PHILLIPS FOUNDATION, was previewed at a screening reception at WMFE studios in October. Guests included representatives from the FOUNDATION, WMFE Trustees and members of the citrus families featured in the program. Click here for photos of the event.

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Chief Executive Officer Stephen McKenney Steck opens the reception screening
Chief Executive Officer Stephen McKenney Steck and WMFE Trustee Chairman G. Geoffrey Longstaff present appreciation award to J.A. Hinson, President of THE DR. P. PHILLIPS FOUNDATION

"A Citrus Legacy" producer Gregory Trent with wife Allison
Austin Caruso, President and General Manager Jose A. Fajardo and Marie Caruso. The Carusos are a major citrus family in central Florida

WMFE Trustee member Amelia Williams and Trustee Vice Chair Marjorie Bekaert Thomas
James Best, "A Citrus Legacy" narrator, Dorothy Best and Clifford Curley, vice-chair of WMFE's Community Advisory Board

J.A. Hinson, President of THE DR. P. PHILLIPS FOUNDATION, accepts appreciation award from Chief Executive Officer Stephen McKenney Steck
WMFE Board of Trustees Chairman G. Geoffrey Longstaff

J. A. Hinson, President and CEO of THE DR. P. PHILLIPS FOUNDATION (left) with WMFE Board of Trustees Chairman G. Geoffrey Longstaff
J. A. Hinson, President and Dr. Ann F. Manley, Executive Director of THE DR. P. PHILLIPS FOUNDATION

J. A. Hinson, President with H. L. Burnett and Ed F. Furey, III, Directors, of THE DR. P. PHILLIPS FOUNDATION
A Citrus Legacy" producer Gregory Trent (left) with Bert Roper, representing a major central Florida citrus family

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