In this week’s pod cast, Florida farmers face fierce temperatures, the Florida Citrus Commission focuses on legislative issues, Florida Legislators prepare for the session during committee weeks, and the Florida Beef Ambassador represents the nation. To hear Florida’s weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast .
National Weather Service Forecaster: “El Nino is Waning”
What does it mean that El Nino is waning? Bart Hagemeyer of the National Weather Service’s Melbourne FL office says it could mean several things. He comments about the 2007 hurricane season outlook in this report. Report (2:00 wma)
Waning El Nino Not Delivering Normal El Nino Rain Patterns
Bart Hagemeyer with the National Weather Service office in Melbourne FL, speaking with citrus growers at a seminar in Ft Pierce last week, says the El Nino that came on so quickly last year has not produced rainfall patterns that are typically expected from an El Nino pattern. In this report he discusses rainfall and hurricane expectations as a result …
Other Crops Affected by California Freeze
Because it’s a billion dollar crop, citrus is getting all the media attention with the freeze in California. But USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says the cold also hit some winter vegetable producing areas. Report (1:30 wma)
SE Climate Consortium Has Info For Growers
Being aware of how seasonal weather patterns might affect specific commodities can help growers make better decisions from year to year and the Southeast Climate Consortium helps growers in this part of the country do just that. Report (1:30 wma)
Wet Fall Expected
Tyron Spearman has a quick note about the type of weather conditions being forecast for this fall. Â Report (:12 wma)
Florida Citrus Mutual provides a list of the Farm Service Agency contacts
With Tropical Storm Ernesto approaching Florida, Florida Citrus Mutual provides a list of the Farm Service Agency contacts for your convenience. (pdf)
Apple Forecast Down
Weather problems in Washington state are causing a decline in the apple forecast this year. Â Report (:57 wma)
ALBERTO BRINGS NEEDED RAINS AND UNNEEDED WORRY
The first storm of the hurricane season should end Florida´s dryness but winds and storm surges could be a problem.  Report (1:00 wma)
LaNina Brings Dry Spring
Tyron Spearman has information about the dry spring we are experiencing in most areas.  Report (:38 wma)