Florida Grower October 2014
In This Issue
Growers Need To Be Mindful When Dealing With The Media
When being interviewed for a story, preparation is the foundation to help you successfully get your point across.
Sharing Is Caring When It Comes To Curing Citrus Greening
Mike Sparks, 2014 Citrus Achievement Award winner, says being open with peers about what’s working and not working is crucial in managing HLB.
Know How To Knock Back Nematodes
The 2014 Florida Ag Expo will provide critical tips in soilborne pest management.
Vow To Vanquish Weeds Among Vegetables
Herbicidal neglect can and will kill your crops.
Practice Persistence When Battling Botrytis In Blueberries
Cognizance of resistance is key to managing formidable fungus.
Farming Is Quite The Scary Prospect For Some [Opinion]
Florida Grower managing editor Paul Rusnak says economic realities might frighten off future leaders from noble professions.
Florida Blueberry Growers Ready To Rise To The Occasion [Opinion]
Florida Blueberry Growers Association president Dudley Calfee provides state of the industry insight.
Don’t Let Your Guard Slip When Taking On Thrips
Tiny insect pests can present big problems for blueberry growers.
Florida Farmers Finding Ways To Cultivate An Environment Of Excellence [Opinion]
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam salutes producers putting their best management practices forward.
Growers Should Partner Wisely To Stay Afloat Amid WOTUS Woes [Opinion]
According to Florida Grower editor Frank Giles, the Clean Water Act is muddying waters for farmers.
Is The Diaprepes Root Weevil An Emerging Blueberry Pest?
Reports indicate longtime citrus nuisance might be tempted by the fruit of another.
Take The Battle To Bagrada Bugs
Learn how to identify, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this insect pest.
Beat Blueberry Gall Midge
Due diligence required in the identification, tracking, and control of this flying fiend.
Simplifying Progressive Citrus Propagation Process A Priority
Stakeholders work rapidly to smooth out any kinks in the FAST TRACK.
Politics Creating More Work In Farm Management Field
Paul Meador of Everglades Harvesting Co. says an immigration reform resolution can’t come soon enough.
Indigocrisp Blueberry Promises To Deliver Plenty Of Pop
Superior taste and texture traits are signature of new southern highbush cultivar.
Positive Attitudes Promote Citrus Planting
Improving management methods gives growers confidence in the future.
Viability On The Menu For Long-Term Vegetable Market Outlook
Economic recovery favorable for climbing consumption trends.
Luke Bryan Pays It Forward For Farming
Country superstar honors agriculture with his Farm Tour.
Florida Growers Seize Control Of Water Challenges
New irrigation projects and fertilizer practices have tremendous potential for protecting resources, while enhancing productivity.
Whole Farm Revenue Protection Adds Up For Crop Insurance Seekers
New USDA program to provide coverage for all agricultural commodities.