Florida Citrus Hall Of Fame Announces Class Of 2014 Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 11, 2013 Three more individuals recognized for their significant contributions to the industry.Read More
Wild Bees Setting Good Example for Pollination of Sweet Cherries By Dr. Maxime Eeraerts | Julia Osterman|May 5, 2024
No Farm Bill Means Growers Face Uncertainty In 2014 Posted by Rosemary Gordon|December 11, 2013 The result will mean growers will remain in limbo, says a Purdue farm policy expert.
Florida’s Citrus Crop Forecast Takes An Early Tumble Posted by Frank Giles|December 10, 2013 USDA projects a 3% drop from its already modest initial estimate for 2013-2014.
Biopesticide Industry Alliance Elects New Board Chairman And Director Posted by Brian Sparks|December 10, 2013 New chair Rick Melnick has been an active member of the board since 2008, and will begin his term on Jan. 1.
Scientists Building Metrics For Most Efficient Bee Pollinators Posted by Brian Sparks|December 10, 2013 Researchers from North Carolina are proposing a set of guidelines for assessing the performance of pollinator species.
USDA Announces Members Of Beginning Farmers And Ranchers Committee Posted by Christina Herrick|December 6, 2013 Members to weigh in on USDA strategies, policies, and programs relevant to beginning farmers and ranchers.
New Cornell Website Features Climate Change Information Posted by Rosemary Gordon|December 5, 2013 The site offers a searchable directory of climate change research and outreach programs at Cornell.
Citrus Canker Confirmed For First Time In Florida Panhandle Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 2, 2013 State ag agencies assessing the extent of the disease’s spread in the area.
Farm Labor, Mentoring Top Priorities For Citrus Achievement Award Winner Posted by Paul Rusnak|December 1, 2013 Bobby Barben knows the importance of working through political issues and nurturing the next generation of growers.
Opinion: Growing Produce Is The Gift That Keeps On Giving By Paul Rusnak|December 1, 2013 It’s OK for farmers to want more, they deserve it.
California Asian Citrus Psyllid Quarantine Expands — Again Posted by David Eddy|November 27, 2013 Latest addition brings the total quarantined area in the heart of California’s commercial citrus production region to 888 square miles.
New Citrus Greening Case Confirmed In Texas Posted by Frank Giles|November 27, 2013 Detection shows the disease is spreading.
Bayer CropScience Opens North Carolina Bee Care Facility Posted by Rosemary Gordon|November 26, 2013 New facility in Clayton, NC, is designed to advance honey bee health and research and development initiatives.
Growers Need To Embrace The Energy Revolution By Adam Putnam|November 26, 2013 Florida Ag Commissioner Adam Putnam says an open-minded approach is needed for an effective energy policy.
Ag Investment Firms Acquire Majority Interest In Alico Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 22, 2013 Major citrus producer looks for growth with new partners.
NOAA: Drought Likely To Dog Southwest, Southeast U.S. This Winter Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 22, 2013 No strong climate pattern influence anticipated by forecasters.
California’s Initial Water Allocation Estimate For 2014: Just 5% Posted by David Eddy|November 21, 2013 Projection is based on current water levels in reservoirs, and is expected to increase with additional storms.
Buzz Building About Citrus Seed-Source Trees Under Cover By Peter Chaires|November 21, 2013 Providing the right environment for pollinators is key for successful screenhouse production.
Researchers Look To The Sun For Help In Citrus Greening Fight By Frank Giles|November 19, 2013 Using thermotherapy to sweat out deadly HLB bacteria from infected trees is something USDA scientists are warming up to.
Yara Acquires German Water Sensor Company Posted by Brian Sparks|November 19, 2013 Deal to bolster sustainability and pair company’s offerings with precision irrigation.
