How Growers Can Prep the Right Way for a Hurricane Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 10, 2020 Learn what steps are employed by IMG Enterprises for success during storm season in Florida. Read More
What You Need To Know about New Final Rule That Protects Farmworkers Posted by Growing Produce Staff|April 26, 2024
Mean Season in Florida: Living on the Edge of Drought and Deluge By Paul Rusnak|May 21, 2020 The 2020 hurricane season is lurking as parts of the state continue to be parched.
Parts of Florida Dealing With Drought Conditions Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 29, 2020 Water management officials look to ramp up restrictions as the dry season goes out with a bang.
What the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season Has in Store Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 6, 2020 Extended forecasts indicate conditions are lining up to produce an above-average stormy scenario from the tropics.
What in the World? 2020 Is off to a Record Warm Start Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 24, 2020 Last month was the warmest January for the planet in more than 140 years of climate tracking.
Change on the Radar for Florida Automated Weather Network By William R. Lusher|February 10, 2020 New and enhanced forecast tools, crop protection guidance, an updated website, and more in store for local growers to use.
ICYMI: 2019 Was the Second-Hottest Year on Record Posted by Paul Rusnak|February 4, 2020 The numbers are in from NOAA, and they show the planet’s warming trend is still very much on the front burner.
What Has Fruit Growers Fired up? Climate Change and GMOs By David Eddy|January 22, 2020 Producers sound off on two issues upon which there is little agreement. Here’s your chance to chime in.
Extra Early Start to the Dry Season in Florida? Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 2, 2019 Some parts of the Sunshine State are experiencing severe drought conditions. Find out where.
Scary or Merry? Here’s the 2020 Winter Weather Outlook Posted by Paul Rusnak|October 31, 2019 NOAA forecasters take a stab at what’s in store for the U.S. by way of temperature and precipitation. Find out what they’re thinking.
Sonoma County Wineries Feel Heat from Massive California Fire Posted by David Eddy|October 24, 2019 Witness reports vineyards can’t serve as fire breaks, as strong winds push embers miles ahead.
How to Optimize Irrigation in Vegetable Fields With Weather Data By Michael Cahn | Lee Johnson|September 25, 2019 How little can you irrigate without risking a lower yield — even water-hungry crops like celery?
How Weather Influences Vegetable Insect Pests By John C. Palumbo|September 18, 2019 Temperature, moisture, and wind patterns are so integral to a bug’s life that if you can better monitor these elements, you can predict crop protection needs.
Did We Just Experience the Hottest Summer Ever? Posted by Paul Rusnak|September 18, 2019 Many parts around the world have been scorching the last few months. NOAA has record-setting data to prove it.
All Aboard the ‘Polar Coaster’ for Winter 2020? Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 29, 2019 Almanacs extended forecasts predict plenty of ups and downs for the coming season.
Ways Florida Ag is Taking on the Climate Change Challenge Posted by Frank Giles|August 20, 2019 U.S. Representative Kathy Castor sees firsthand ecosystem services being provided on the farm.
July 2019 Turns up Heat on All-Time Temperatures Around the World Posted by Paul Rusnak|August 17, 2019 Unprecedented warmth across the globe continues trend, contributes to historic polar ice loss.
The U.S. is Soaking in Record Wet Weather Posted by Paul Rusnak|July 18, 2019 Nation continues to reach new high-water marks for average yearly precipitation.
‘Near-Normal’ Hurricane Season on the Stir Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 3, 2019 Conflicting climatic conditions force NOAA forecasters to seek middle ground in tropics watch.
California Cherries Hammered by Unseasonable Storms By David Eddy|May 22, 2019 Some growers have reportedly given up on harvest after seeing losses of 50% to 70%.