Avocados Emerging As Attractive Alternative In Florida Citrus Country Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 25, 2016 Researchers vetting viability of commercial production in the Indian River region.Read More
Fall Creek Nursery Adding Blackberries and Raspberries to Its Portfolio Posted by Growing Produce Staff|June 11, 2026
Excitement Brewing Over Hops Crop Potential In Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 23, 2016 UF/IFAS researchers receive backing for exploring ways to tap into a burgeoning microbrewery market.
Can Olive Oil Grease Skids For Florida’s Slipping Citrus Trade? Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 4, 2016 Researchers, interested growers help launch new industry.
Alternative Crops Gaining More Attention In Florida Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 1, 2016 Pomegranates, blackberries, and hops featured at the Florida Ag Expo.
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.
5 Florida Nurseries Selected To Pioneer State’s Medical Marijuana Enterprise Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 23, 2015 After extensive vetting process, the Sunshine State is ready to take the next step in cannabis culture.
Alternative Crops On The Menu At 10th Annual Florida Ag Expo Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 1, 2015 More growers are considering pomegranates, blackberries, and even hops.
Medical Marijuana Endeavor Anything But Pipe Dream For Florida Nurseries By Paul Rusnak|August 20, 2015 While applicants await fate for one of the five available licenses to weave ‘Charlotte’s Web,’ best-case-scenarios play out.
2 Dozen Florida Nurseries Vying For Coveted Cannabis Growing Licenses By Paul Rusnak|July 27, 2015 With only five spots available to produce the low-THC ‘Charlotte’s Web’ strain, tedious review process is in full swing.
Sugar Apple Emerges As Tempting Treat For Florida Growers By Dr. Kim D. Bowman|July 16, 2015 Exotic fruit might hit a sweet spot for those with small-scale production endeavors.
Florida Still Playing Medical Marijuana Waiting Game By Paul Rusnak|June 9, 2015 Growers and potential patients hold their breath while next steps are taken to spin Charlotte’s Web.
Researchers Finding Biofuel Fits For Florida By Robin Koestoyo|October 21, 2014 Alternative crops identified that are suited for the state’s climate and can easily be processed for power.
Is Florida Farming Going To Pot? [Opinion] By Paul Rusnak|June 17, 2014 Controversial state legislation involving legalization of medical marijuana is presenting eligible producers with a whole different kind of weed management.
Florida Agriculture Bracing For, Ready To Embrace Medical Marijuana’s Impact By Paul Rusnak|June 17, 2014 Q&A with FNGLA’s Ben Bolusky probes the possibilities growing pot for medicinal use has for the state’s nursery growers.
Professor To Florida Growers: Peaches Can Be Profitable In 3 Years Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 2, 2014 Quick return on investment is especially good news for citrus producers looking for alternatives.
Peaches Are Finding A Fit In Florida By Frank Giles|October 16, 2013 Citrus growers are turning to the alternative crop as HLB continues its spread.
Florida Ag Scores $4.1 Million In Specialty Crop Funding Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 16, 2013 Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam announced 28 projects will receive a total of $4.1 million in USDA […]
Stock Up On Alternative Crops By Frank Giles|June 25, 2012 There has always been a buzz around “alternative” crops, as growers seek the next big thing in specialty […]
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