Florida Grower November 2014
In This Issue
Groundwork Set For Fruitful Future In Florida Citrus
Progress in research, significant government funding, and new plantings have 2014 Citrus Achievement Award winner Mike Sparks feeling positive.
Seeking Sustainability? Here’s Why Farmers Should Care About SARE
USDA wing offers grants and information to improve farm operations and farming practices.
Pesticide Labels Are A Must-Read
Be cued into what’s on the container as well as safety data sheets.
3 Can’t-Miss Cabbage Varieties For Florida Growers
Reed’s Seeds highlights a trio of high-performance selections for Sunshine State producers.
11 Cool Cucurbits For Florida’s Climate
Leading vegetable seed companies highlight high-performance selections for growers in the Sunshine State.
Modern Agriculture Is A True Centerpiece Of Thanksgiving [Opinion]
FFAA’s Mary Hartney says take time during this holiday season to give thanks where thanks is due.
Fight Phytophthora Blight Of Cucurbits
Learn how to identify, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this disease.
Playing The Citrus Rootstock Market Has Risks And Rewards
Experimental material forcing producers to roll the dice.
7 Green Bean Varieties Geared For Florida Growers
Leading vegetable seed companies highlight several high-performance selections for producers in the Sunshine State.
Tomato Survey Tracks Consumer Trends
Results indicate how labeling matters in purchasing decisions.
Introducing A Gem Of A Peach For Central Florida
The new UFGem variety appears to have the right cut and polish for producers.
It’s Time For Young Farming Leaders To Engage [Opinion]
Florida Grower editor Frank Giles says there are capable and talented youths in the ag field ready to step up and take the reins.
Researchers Finding Biofuel Fits For Florida
Alternative crops identified that are suited for the state’s climate and can easily be processed for power.
6 Savory Tomato And Pepper Varieties For Florida Growers
Leading vegetable seed companies highlight a half dozen high-performance selections for producers in the Sunshine State.
Growers Need To Take The Ball And Run — Now! [Opinion]
Help yourself, your farm, and fellow colleagues by becoming more involved in your industry.
6 Juicy Watermelon Selections For The Sunshine State
Leading vegetable seed companies highlight a half dozen high-performance varieties for Florida producers.
Diversification Is King For Small Farm’s Success
Being flexible and adapting to the times critical for Central Florida’s Vo-LaSalle Farms.
12 Sweet Corn Varieties Specially Suited For The Sunshine State
Leading vegetable seed companies highlight a dozen high-performance selections for Florida growers.