Florida’s sugarcane farmers and cattle ranchers, still digging out from historic freeze, brace for invasive mealybug

Florida's sugarcane farmers and cattle ranchers are dealing with the aftermath of a historic freeze, but now they're also preparing to face an invasive mealybug threat. These growers are seeking safe and proven methods to prevent the mealybug from wreaking havoc on their crops before they can fully recover from the freeze. The presence of this invasive pest could have significant economic implications for the state's agriculture industry, which is already struggling to bounce back from the severe weather damage. It's a new battle that could determine the future viability of these critical agricultural sectors.