US (CA): Citrus growers on edge over freezing temperatures
Growers have wind machines and water going during the night to help ward off any damage. "Its just been precautionary and it's actually been good for the trees and good for the fruit," said Bob Blakely, California Citrus Mutual.
Good, Blakely said, because short dips into frigid temperatures helps increase the color of citrus and its taste. "It's been almost ideal this winter so far."
This year's crop have been so good the California Citrus Mutual said that 90-percent of the crop is being sold. They said that's up from normal years.
This is the busiest time of year it's the peak of harvest season, but growers will also be up late watching the evening temperature.
Source: ABC30.com