These changes will implement HB 7103. A referendum of citrus growers was held and passed in November 2009 to increase the assessment rate to a maximum of $.03 per box and to establish the Citrus Research and Development Foundation as the research advisory council to the Department. Florida Statute 573 was amended accordingly. A referendum of tobacco growers was held and passed unanimously in May 2009 to increase the assessment rate to a maximum of $1.00 per 100 pounds of tobacco. The Citrus Research and Development Foundation serving as the advisory council recommended commencement of rule making by the Department as may be appropriate to administer the changes.