Too Much Cheerleading Has EPA In Deep Water [Opinion] By Frank Giles|January 23, 2016 These days, far too often, elected representatives of the people are abdicating their responsibilities to federal agencies. The result is rules like WOTUS. Read More
Wilbur-Ellis Showcases Investment in the Future of Agriculture Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 17, 2024
Working To Protect Spinach Against New Strain of Downy Mildew Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 16, 2024
Kiwiberry Breeding Scientist Earns Innovator of the Year Award Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 16, 2024
It’s Official: 2015 Was Earth’s Warmest Year On Record Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 22, 2016 NASA, NOAA analyses reveal record-shattering statistics regarding global temperatures this past year.
Chance Of Profits Up For Growers Tuned Into The Weather Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 21, 2016 UF/IFAS study confirms how paying attention to the 10-day forecast can affect a farmer’s bottom line.
Struggling Citrus Sector Has Lifeline In New Variety Development By Peter Chaires|January 20, 2016 Progress on numerous fronts show, for many, the glass is half full.
Agriculture Agents Intercept Invasive Beetle At Miami’s Seaport Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 20, 2016 Notorious wood borer hitched a ride in a container of cucumbers arriving from Costa Rica.
USDA Report: Pesticide Residues Not A Food Safety Concern Posted by Christina Herrick|January 20, 2016 Following monthly samplings, survey finds more than 99% of products sampled fall below EPA tolerances for pesticide residues.
Let’s Raise A Glass To Florida’s New Batch Of Alternative Crop Prospects [Opinion] By Paul Rusnak|January 19, 2016 Challenges with unique solutions are needed to make the agriculture sector stronger.
Farming Fertility Practices Evolving With Environment In Mind By Frank Giles|January 18, 2016 Improving water quality while maintaining production is being achieved in American agriculture.
California Asian Citrus Psyllid Quarantine Update Posted by Christina Herrick|January 18, 2016 Residential quarantine expands in Central Valley, agriculture officials continue to monitor movement of plants and plant materials.
3 Products To Better Serve Your Soil Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 16, 2016 Check out a sampling of the latest soil health enhancers.
Emphasis On Soil Health Moving Growers To Dig Deeper By Frank Giles|January 15, 2016 There are benefits to be gained by taking care of what lies beneath.
Port Tampa Bay Embarks On Big Plans To Meet Rising Tide Of Global Trade By Frank Giles|January 15, 2016 Opportunities for growers abound as the Panama Canal doubles its capacity.
College Rivals Team Up To Fight Citrus Greening Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 14, 2016 Researchers from University of Florida and Florida State University share $4 million USDA grant to help find solution to devastating disease.
Florida Legislature Passes Key Water Policy Reform Bill Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 13, 2016 Legislation set up to preserve and restore the state’s water and natural resources for future generations.
American Farm Bureau Elects New President Posted by Frank Giles|January 13, 2016 Georgia farmer Zippy Duvall to take leadership reins from retiring Bob Stallman.
Orange Crop Outlook Remains Sour Spot For Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 12, 2016 For the first time this season, estimates from USDA do not drop.
El Niño Soaking South Florida’s Dry Season Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 12, 2016 Well-above average rainfall drenched the region last month, which followed the wettest November since 1998.
Purple Limes, Blood Oranges Find Footing In Florida Thanks To Genetic Engineering Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 6, 2016 Related research also could lead to a new grapefruit cultivar as well as the creation of ornamental citrus plants.
How The Genetic Engineering Process Works Posted by Rosemary Gordon|December 31, 2015 What do you really know about genetic engineering and genetically modified organisms (GMOs)? We have all seen headlines […]
El Niño Continues To Look Strong Posted by David Eddy|December 30, 2015 Latest satellite images show strong resemblance to those taken in 1997, which was a California super-soaker.