Florida Growers On Alert for Spotted Lanternfly Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 23, 2020 The invasive pest with an appetite for fruit crops and other plants is spreading across parts of the country. Is Florida on the menu?Read More
Airtec Sprayers Keeps the Pressure on During Pandemic By Frank Giles|November 20, 2020 Learn how this essential agribusiness in Florida is managing through the coronavirus while continuing to serve clients’ needs.
What Thanksgiving Dinner Will Cost in a Pandemic Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 19, 2020 American Farm Bureau’s annual survey of classic food items for the holiday serves up lowest prices in a decade.
Can a Supercomputer Help Save Florida Avocados? Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 19, 2020 Learn more about a new app being developed to guide growers and industry stakeholders on how to best tackle laurel wilt disease.
How to Plug Into Virtual Vegetable Seed Trials By Carol Miller|November 18, 2020 The pandemic may have kept attendees away, but live trial events still took place.
‘Hairy Roots’ To the Rescue! Deadly Plant Diseases Put on Notice By AgriLife Today|November 16, 2020 Learn how researchers unearthed new lab tech to fight fastidious pathogens like HLB, zebra chip, and more.
Take the Right Aim to Tame Target Spot of Tomato By Gene McAvoy|November 12, 2020 Learn how to identify, the survival and spread, as well as management methods for this vegetable malady.
Check Out These Breakthrough Vegetable Varieties By Carol Miller|November 11, 2020 We asked seed breeders to name the one variety they are introducing that will rock the vegetable industry. Here are their picks!
What American Farm Bureau Has to Say About Biden Transition Posted by Growing Produce Staff|November 11, 2020 Check out association President Zippy Duvall’s thoughts on the new President-elect.
Bold Brand Refresh Rolled Out by Wish Farms Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 11, 2020 See what the longtime berry producer has in mind to sweeten its marketing and communication efforts.
Industrial Hemp Planting Tips for Florida Growers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|November 7, 2020 Here are some factors to consider on your first crop.
What Ag Interests Can Do To Stand up for Pesticide Regulations By Mary Hartney|November 6, 2020 Florida Fertilizer & Agrichemical Association’s Mary Hartney says let science prevail when it concerns the health of people and the environment.
Alico Buys in to Boost Its Florida Citrus Status Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 5, 2020 The company adds another 3,000 acres to its already robust portfolio in the Sunshine State. Learn more details about the transaction.
Why Flavor Really Matters for Vegetable Varieties By Carol Miller|November 4, 2020 Sure, growers need disease resistance and high yields. But your customers want tasty vegetables.
The Newest Blueberry From Florida Is One To Watch Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 4, 2020 Learn more about ‘Sentinel’ blueberry and who in the industry it is named after.
Dollars Available for Florida Growers Seeking to Save Water By Frank Giles|November 2, 2020 Cost-share funds can cover up to 75% of investments in products and practices that protect water quantity and quality.
Enhanced Food Traceability Recordkeeping Rules Proposed By Frank Giles|November 1, 2020 Learn how the FDA rule would include specialty crops.
Why Miracle Fruit Might Be a Flavorful Fit in Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 31, 2020 Local researchers uncover key information about the plant and the potential for its palate-pleasing berries.
Beware the Black Bean Bug! Florida Growers on Alert Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 29, 2020 Ag interests in the Sunshine State have another pest to watch for in a wide range of crops.
Who Is Florida’s 2020 Woman of the Year in Agriculture? Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 26, 2020 Find out the individual being recognized for years of service that stretch across several sectors of the state’s farming industry.
