Peanut Awards Presented

Spearman

During a recent joint meeting of the American Peanut Sheller’s Association and the National Peanut Buying Points Association, various awards were presented. Tyron Spearman has the details.

People and Determination Exemplify Florida Citrus
The 2026 Citrus Achievement Award winner Ned Hancock believes what makes Florida’s citrus industry special is its people. He said the grit and determination of growers have helped the industry weather the storm of HLB, and he’s cautiously optimistic about the future. “There is no question that citrus is a lifestyle and one big family,” […]
Florida Citrus Permanently Protected From Development
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) announced the permanent protection of more than 1,500 acres of agricultural land on four farms through its Rural and Family Lands Protection Program. Two of the protected farms include citrus. Rural lands protection easements prevent future development and allow agricultural operations to continue producing food, timber […]