Florida Growers Feeling Bugged To Death — And For Good Reason [Opinion] Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 19, 2015 Invasive pest problems continue to pile onto what’s an already challenging job.Read More
Avoid These Mistakes When Flying Drones Over Your Farm Field By Ksenia Korolkova, Proofminder|April 24, 2024
Citrus Research And Development Foundation Stepping Up For An Industry In Need By Mike Sparks|October 18, 2015 Florida Citrus Mutual’s Mike Sparks appreciative of organization’s drive to keep the state’s signature crop alive.
4 New Tractors To Keep Your Farm On Track Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 17, 2015 Improved horsepower, fuel efficiency, versatility, and comfort are all part of recent product line additions.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Pushes For Water Policy By Frank Giles|October 16, 2015 Adam Putnam seeking to avoid crisis by calling for comprehensive, flexible, statewide legislation.
Food Insecurity And Civil Unrest Are Linked [Opinion] By Frank Giles|October 16, 2015 If for no other reason, fighting hunger helps quell the violent conflicts brewing across the globe.
Dry Season Setting Up To Be Stormy For Central, South Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 15, 2015 With this year’s strong El Niño comes an elevated risk of tornadoes.
Can American Agriculture Save The World? By Frank Giles|October 15, 2015 The challenge of feeding nine billion people by 2050 will fall on the shoulders of U.S. farmers.
Sixth Circuit Issues Temporary, Nationwide Clean Water Rule Delay Posted by Christina Herrick|October 13, 2015 President of American Farm Bureau says ‘this is the worst EPA order we have seen’ in 40 years.
Pro-GMOs Site Embraces Skeptics, Marks Milestone Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 13, 2015 Online resource celebrates more than 1,000 questions answered involving the highly debatable topics of biotechnology and genetically modified foods.
Inspiring Voices, Lasting Messages Two Of Agriculture’s Best Products [Opinion] By Mary Hartney|October 12, 2015 The farming industry has a great story to tell. The hard part is getting willing listeners to understand.
Citrus Budwood Data Squeeze Divulges Downside [INFOGRAPHIC] Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 9, 2015 Annual report reveals marked decrease in nursery output.
Season’s First Florida Citrus Forecast Is A Stunner By Paul Rusnak|October 9, 2015 After a decade of dealing with HLB, the toll is adding up for growers.
California Citrus Research Board Names New Chief Posted by David Eddy|October 8, 2015 Gary Schulz, a long-time administrator of several agricultural associations in the state, takes the helm.
Ag Leaders Speak Out In Favor Of New Trade Agreement Posted by Christina Herrick|October 6, 2015 Leaders from across the U.S. agriculture and food sector have continued to express their optimism and confidence in […]
Free Online Irrigation Courses Now Available Posted by Rosemary Gordon|October 6, 2015 Get on-demand irrigation information at the new irrigation education website.
USDA Awards Nearly $35M To Support Local Foods, Increase Access To Fruits and Vegetables Posted by Rosemary Gordon|October 6, 2015 Funding supports local food systems, farmers markets and healthier eating for SNAP participants.
Specialty Crops Get $113M Boost From USDA Posted by Christina Herrick|October 5, 2015 Funds to bolster local and regional farmers’ markets.
EPA Registers New Biochemical Miticide To Combat Varroa Mites In Beehives Posted by David Eddy|October 1, 2015 Potassium Salts of Hops Beta Acids (K-HBAs), is intended to fit into a rotation program to battle resistance.
Farmers In 37 States Subject To Additional Federal Regulations Posted by Christina Herrick|October 1, 2015 As of Aug. 28, farmers, ranchers, and growers in 37 states are now subject to additional EPA enforcement […]
Colleagues Laud Orie Lee’s Countless Contributions To The Citrus Sector Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 1, 2015 The influence and impact of this year’s Citrus Achievement Award winner hard to measure.