Florida Grower August 2016
In This Issue
CEU Series: Precaution Needed When Working With Pesticides
Protect yourself, others, and the environment by using care and common sense.
Citrus Achievement Award Winner: Adapting To Challenges Has Its Rewards
Marty McKenna says hurdles like HLB force growers to step up their game, which is a good thing.
Farming’s Next Generation Seeking Room To Grow
Several innovative resources are available to help first-time growers acquire the property they need.
My First Trip To Cuba Proves Fruitful
The five-day journey was enlightening, providing participants with a better perspective of the state of agriculture in this country 90 miles off Florida’s coast.
Open Your Eyes To Common Smut In Sweet Corn
Learn how to identify, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this formidable fungus.
Financial Fortitude Key For Small Farm Success
Local threats like citrus greening create additional challenges for many of Florida’s more modest enterprises.
Millennial Moms, Florida Orange Juice A Good Mix
Learn what new marketing strategies are being employed by the Florida Department of Citrus to reach this vital consumer segment.
For Citrus Variety Development, The Drawing Board Is Full
Progress apparent in pipeline of promising sponsored projects.
Look Up! Farming’s Future Is Coming In For A Landing [Opinion]
FAA’s recent ruling regarding unmanned aircraft systems is good news for business.
Florida Citrus Groves Under Siege From Postbloom Fruit Drop
After years of laying low, this fungus-driven disease takes a big bite out of next year’s crop.
Farm Credit Celebrates 100 Years Of Service To Rural America
Lending institution plays a critical role in sustaining Florida agriculture.
Florida Citrus Community Rallies Around Promise Of Bactericides, Biotechnology
Industry stakeholders holding out hope for solutions to HLB through antimicrobials and even transgenics.