A version of this story appears in the February 2017 issue of National Geographic magazine. Citrus, in many ways, stands alone. So many cultivated species have come from so few primary ancestors.

It looks like bird droppings on a leaf, but don't be fooled: it's a caterpillar in disguise. This seemingly innocent creature causes devastation in some agricultural communities, eating young citrus ...

Pare the zest from the limes (or other citrus fruit) in thick strips using a vegetable peeler, then cut the strips into thin sticks. Put the zest in a small saucepan and cover with cold water.

The Southern Appalachians, about 400 miles north of where Helene came ashore, suffered the most severe destruction. Two waves ...

Bay Area counties have started Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. Here's what you need to know for each county.

For several years now, citrus greening has been decimating residential citrus in Northeast Florida. Previous recommendations were to either remove the tree, or limp along until the fruit became ...

Ahead of Tropical Storm Helene, Tampa Bay area officials announced that schools would be closing due to growing concerns ...

Citrus County has ordered a mandatory evacuation for licensed skilled nursing facilities and assisted living facilities ...

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Many school districts across Florida were closed on Thursday as bands from Hurricane Helene began moving across the state ...

HOMOSASSA SPRINGS, Fla. (WFLA) — A motorcyclist and a passenger are dead following an afternoon crash at a Citrus County intersection on Saturday. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a ...