Build A Better Business Plan For Your Farm By Edward Evans|June 1, 2014 Setting goals and plotting how to reach them can help young farmers successfully navigate today’s financially troubled waters.Read More
Study Finds HLB-Infected Citrus Prime Spot For Species To Communicate, Play Tricks Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 30, 2014 What do a tree, a psyllid, the greening bacterium, and a wasp have in common? According to University of Florida researchers, a lot.
Unprecedented Farm Bill Investments Will Bear Fruit By Lisa Lochridge|May 27, 2014 Florida specialty crop producers stand to benefit from many funding-fueled provisions included in the law.
Experimental Citrus Scion Selection Program Poised For Progress By Peter Chaires|May 26, 2014 Field trials are next step in the process to identify quality cultivars.
Invasive Pest Control Starts With Public Awareness By Adam Putnam|May 22, 2014 Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam points out that prevention is the best crop protection.
Cheers To Those Who Make The Wheels Of Progress Turn [Opinion] By Frank Giles|May 21, 2014 Florida Grower editor Frank Giles gives props to Mike Sparks on earning this year’s Citrus Achievement Award winner.
Hurricane Preparedness Refresher For Florida Farmers By Paul Rusnak|May 20, 2014 When dealing with disaster, complacency can kill your farm.
Wanted: The Next Generation Of Ag Educators And Researchers [Opinion] By Phil Nolte|May 20, 2014 Now, more than ever, we must have the foresight to invest our time and money to prepare a workforce capable of addressing food security in the future.
Citrus Greening’s Girth Causing Orange Crush By Thomas H. Spreen|May 19, 2014 Input costs are pushing producers well beyond the break-even point.
Please Mind Your Bees And Qs [Opinion] By Paul Rusnak|May 14, 2014 Despite knowing the vital role bees play in agriculture, there is still room for progress beyond the walls of a science lab.
Florida Grower Selects 2014 Citrus Achievement Award Winner By Frank Giles|May 14, 2014 Florida Citrus Mutual’s Mike Sparks managed a years-long quest to obtain significant research dollars for the state’s signature crop.
USDA Announces First Citrus Greening Funding Allocations Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 14, 2014 $1.5 million designated for expanding biocontrol efforts to fight the disease.
New App Calculates Application Rates Of Micronutrient-Enhanced Sulphur Fertilizers Posted by Rosemary Gordon|May 13, 2014 A new app will help growers and agronomists determine precise amounts of fertilizers needed to grow a quality crop.
Florida’s Citrus Production Forecast Enjoys Rare Increase Posted by Frank Giles|May 9, 2014 While only a 1% gain, a marked improvement over the previous month’s 4 million box drop.
2012 Census Of Agriculture Reveals Record Sales Moderated By Rising Expenses Posted by Lauren María Alexander|May 6, 2014 USDA reports that agriculture is becoming more diverse, and the percentage of young farmers has increased by 11.3% from 2007 to 2012.
Peace River Valley Citrus Growers Association Selects New Leader Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 6, 2014 LeAnna Himrod to replace retiring executive director Barbara Carlton who has served the organization for 20 years.
California’s Final Snow Survey Comes Up Dry Posted by David Eddy|May 5, 2014 Three-year drought retains grip as summer approaches.
Florida Citrus Mutual Celebrates Successful Legislative Session Posted by Paul Rusnak|May 5, 2014 The passing of multiple monetary appropriations for further research indicates the industry is still a top priority to state lawmakers.
Opinion: Inspiring A New Generation Of Farmers Takes Teamwork By Frank Giles|May 1, 2014 Florida Grower editor Frank Giles believes that in order to clear a path for more young producers, an “all hands on deck” mentality is mandatory.
5 Tips To Secure Your Farm’s Financial Future By Frank Giles|May 1, 2014 It’s never too early to start building your personal and business nest eggs.