How the Fate of Florida Citrus Might Hinge on Lessons Learned from Hurricane Ian Posted by Paul Rusnak|March 3, 2023 University of Florida researchers are looking for strategies to improve recovery and production systems more resilient to storms. Read More
Final Report: Hurricane Ian Effects on Florida Ag Add up to $1 Billion Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 11, 2023 University of Florida economists refine damage estimate findings for monster storm. Find out which crops and commodities took the biggest hits.
Florida Citrus Shortfall Mounts Even More in Latest Crop Forecast By Paul Rusnak|February 9, 2023 USDA estimates continue to pile on what has been a historically sour season for growers and industry stakeholders.
New Bill Aims To Help Florida Growers Hit by Hurricanes Ian and Nicole Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 3, 2023 Florida lawmakers introduce the Block Grant Assistance Act, a key piece of legislation that would ensure USDA can provide needed relief.
Florida Citrus Crop Outlook Sours More With Latest USDA Forecast By Paul Rusnak|January 13, 2023 Estimates reduce further amid historically challenged season due to hurricanes and continued disease pressure. See where the numbers are now.
Latest Florida Citrus Forecast Reveals Huge Impacts from Hurricane Ian By Paul Rusnak|December 9, 2022 The season’s first crop estimate already was tightly squeezed — before the storm was factored in. See where the numbers from USDA are now.
When It Rains It Pours: Dual Hurricane Strikes Impacting Ag Loss Estimates Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 14, 2022 University of Florida agriculture economists are working to sort and re-calculate damages after Hurricane Nicole adds insult to injury after Ian.
More Than 20 Inches of Rain! Central Florida Hoping to Dry Out in Wake of Hurricane Ian Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 21, 2022 September was a super-soaker for Sunshine State, some parts more than others, thanks to major storm.
Potential Fallout from Hurricane Ian on Florida Ag? $2 Billion Price Tag in Play Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 19, 2022 Economists tally up possible losses across farming sectors in the Sunshine State in wake of major storm. Learn how they arrived at their estimates.
Beekeepers Feeling Sting Amid Aftermath of Hurricane Ian Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 17, 2022 Reports indicate nearly 15% of the nation’s bees were put in peril by the monster storm.
How Hurricane Ian Affected Growers — Thousands of Miles from the Storm Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 14, 2022 Veggie grower Shay Myers TikToks to explain how even his operation in Idaho was impacted by a big ripple sent through the supply chain.
Hurricane Ian Blows In on Top of First 2022-2023 Florida Citrus Crop Forecast By Paul Rusnak|October 12, 2022 Initial estimates from USDA indicate large declines in production from last season. Check out where the numbers stand now.
Vegetable Plantings Swamped by Hurricane Ian? Here Is Some Guidance for Reducing Loss Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 8, 2022 Recovery is in full swing for produce growers in Florida after the major storm. The USDA Forest Service has some short-term recommendations in the meantime.
What Florida Citrus Growers Can Do To Help Save Groves After Hurricane Ian Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 7, 2022 Producers can and should take action now to protect their crops from any further damage.
How To Handle Blueberry Crop Damage Assessments After the Storm Posted by Growing Produce Staff|October 6, 2022 Wind and flood impacts can bring a handful of ailments to plants when hurricanes pass through.
Hurricane Ian Deals Big Blow to Florida Agriculture — What Now for Growers? By Paul Rusnak|October 4, 2022 Specialty crop sectors assessing damage after major storm’s onslaught across the Sunshine State.