VOICED : Tiny Asian pest puts squeeze on Florida fruit growers

The video discusses the severe impact of an oriental fruit fly outbreak on South Florida's agriculture, highlighting the financial struggles faced by farmers like Noel Ruiz and Victoria Barnes. The quarantine measures have paralyzed sales, leading to significant economic losses. State officials are implementing pest control measures to protect the $100 billion agriculture industry. Farmers are working to certify their produce for transport to salvage the season, despite the challenges posed by the quarantine, which may extend beyond February.

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