The state’s oldest citrus trade association held its 81st annual meeting last week in Vero Beach and discussed pressing current issues. Among those, addressed in these reports by Indian River Citrus League Executive Vice President Doug Bournique, were attempts to get the European Union to accept a reasonable canker protocol for Florida citrus, water management and good agricultural practices. Canker: …
Alternative Energy
Wind and solar power is making a come-back. Everett Griner explains. Download Audio
GA Cotton Acres Could Be Down a Bit Next Year
As Georgia cotton farmers start to plan for the 2012 season, Georgia Cotton Commission’s Richey Seaton says there is a good chance for cotton acres to be down a bit next year. Download Audio
Photos Show Fruit Loss to Brown Rot in Gulf Citrus Region
Citrus Extension agent Mongi Zekri took these photos Monday morning, Nov. 14. He said they show how bad brown rot can be, adding that one-fourth of the crop can be lost in a few weeks. News post sponsor: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY!
Efforts Ongoing between FL NRCS and Ag Sector to Protect Coral Reefs
US Deputy Under Secretary Ann Mills says efforts of the US Coral Reef Task Force are ongoing. Download Audio
Alabama Natural Resources Council Receives National Award
The Alabama Natural Resources Council (ANRC) was recently recognized with the “Two Chiefs’ Partnership Award” given by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the U.S. Forest Service. This annual national award honors individuals and partnerships for outstanding efforts in conservation and forest stewardship. Download Audio
Efforts Continue to Increase Ag Exports
Ag exports have hit record highs this year but Deputy Ag Secretary Kathleen Merrigan says they are not resting on their laurels as they continue their trade efforts. Download Audio
You Can Still Do CAN DO
John Deere’s Can Do project is well on its way to becoming a reality and project manager Nicole Schneider those interested in virtually assisting in the effort can design their own can by visiting John Deere on Facebook. Download Audio
Peanut Butter Still Very Affordable
Despite the fact peanut butter prices are rising, efforts are underway to get information out to consumers that it is still very affordable, as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio
Citrus Extension Agent Zekri Discusses Brown Rot in Gulf Area
Heavy October rains led to brown rot developing in Southwest Florida groves in recent weeks. Citrus Extension agent Mongi Zekri discusses the fungal disease and management techniques in this report. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Labor Solutions- Bringing People Together! Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035