2015 Heating Up To Be Earth’s Warmest Year On Record Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 18, 2015 Global temperatures during October set new high marks, boast the greatest above-average departure for any month.Read More
5 Fantasy Headline Fails Florida Growers Would Appreciate [Opinion] By Paul Rusnak|November 17, 2015 Despite mass effort and loads of wishful thinking, dream scenarios have not come to fruition — yet.
Florida Farmers Losing Sleep For A Good Reason [Opinion] By Frank Giles|November 14, 2015 Growers can’t afford to dabble in feel-good ideas from people who don’t understand agriculture when a crop must be harvested today or lost tomorrow.
Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Application Deadlines Nearing Posted by Christina Herrick|November 13, 2015 USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds producers who are interested in the 2016 Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program […]
FDA Releases FSMA Produce Safety Rule Posted by Christina Herrick|November 13, 2015 FDA released today the Produce Safety Rule component of the Food Safety Modernization Act. The Produce Safety Rule […]
Florida’s Farmland Is Worth Fighting For [Opinion] By Adam Putnam|November 13, 2015 The state agriculture department is working with local ranchers and farmers to protect important lands and their immeasurable environmental benefits for generations to come.
Drone Giveaway Winner Flying High Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 13, 2015 Florida farmer grateful for gift, finds lofty potential in new prize.
Potato Growers Support Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement Posted by Rosemary Gordon|November 11, 2015 The partnership also includes provisions to improve the process for resolving phytosanitary issues based on science in a timely manner.
USDA To Team Up With Veterans, Beginning Farmers Posted by Rosemary Gordon|November 11, 2015 The partnership will provide agricultural credit training and expand opportunities for farmer veterans and beginning farmers.
Fresh Produce Investigated In Chipotle E. Coli Outbreak Posted by Rosemary Gordon|November 4, 2015 The source of the contamination is currently under investigation.
Figuring Out The Food Safety Modernization Act By Lauren María Alexander|November 1, 2015 Experts outline the most important steps to help you remain compliant for the final Produce Safety Rule.
Granny Smith Apples Recalled Due To Possible Contamination Posted by Christina Herrick|October 30, 2015 In a release from FDA, Northstar Produce Inc. of St. Louis Park, MN, has recalled 33 cases of […]
Florida Agriculture Salutes Environmental Stewardship Standouts Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 30, 2015 Three operations recognized for setting superior examples when it comes to sustainable farming.
Research Project Puts Priority On Pollination By David Eddy|October 30, 2015 A swarm of scientists is working on a coordinated effort to help the beneficial insects that make your crops happen.
Hard Cider — From Hype To Here To Stay By Christina Herrick|October 29, 2015 I’ve been following the hard cider industry for as long as I’ve been writing for our magazine. It’s […]
Building A Business Takes More Than Buzzwords By Richard VanVranken|October 28, 2015 A marketing plan that includes every currently popular catch phrase is going to raise more red flags than interest in a business proposal.
LGMA Launches Hand Washing App Posted by Rosemary Gordon|October 28, 2015 Hand washing is critical as it is the first line of defense to protect food, says the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement.
Apps Help Growers Share Knowledge On Land Productivity Posted by Christina Herrick|October 27, 2015 USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) soil scientist Jeff Herrick and colleagues recently released the first two of a […]
Florida Celebrates Its 2015 Woman Of The Year In Agriculture Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 27, 2015 The award, now in its 31st year, recognizes women who have made outstanding contributions to Florida agriculture.
New Online Game Aims To Increase Ag Literacy Posted by Rosemary Gordon|October 27, 2015 Bayer CropScience and National Geographic release an interactive game designed to educate people on the basics of what it takes to produce crops.