Warm oceans surround the southern tip of Florida, producing a tropical climate ideal for the growth of tropical fruits. Many of these fruits are not grown anywhere in the continental U. S. When in Florida, visit the unique areas where they are grown. Throughout the U. S. ask your local grocer, and look for them in fine restaurants and fruit markets.

Specific availability information on each of the "Fresh From Florida" Tropical Fruits can be found in the Identification section of this web site. For more information on enjoying this Florida experience contact: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services 428 Mayo Building, Tallahassee, Florida 32399 (904) 488 - 9683 Tropical Fruit Growers of South Florida, Inc. 18710 S. W. 288 Street Homestead, FL 33030 (305) 401-1502 Email: Fruit and Spice Park 24801 S. W. 187 Avenue Homestead, FL 33031 (305) 667 - 1651 Fairchild Tropical Garden Tropical Fruit Program 10901 Old Cutler Road Miami, FL 33156 (305) 666 - 4019 University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Cooperative Extension Service 18710 S. W. 288 Street Homestead, FL 33030 (305) 248 - 3311