As soon as E P A made new Florida water regulations public in recent days, opponents were quick to pounce. This following joint statement is from the Don’t Tax Florida Coalition. By the way, it is reported that pre-registration is necessary for those wishing to appear at the February public hearings on this matter. CLICK HERE to go to an …
Weekly Livestock Market Report
Here are the cattle market numbers for the week ending January 15th put together by the livestock market news service for the states of Alabama, Florida and Georgia. AL: FL: GA:
Florida Citrus Show In Fort Pierce To Be Jan. 27-28
Indian River Citrus League Executive Vice President Doug Bournique discusses the upcoming Florida Citrus Show – formerly the Indian River Citrus Seminar – and the Indian River Citrus League Banquet to be held the night before the show. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre.
Reaction Quick to EPA Rules on Water Pollution
From THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA – By MICHAEL PELTIER THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, Jan. 15, 2009…The electronic ink had yet to dry Friday on proposed new federal water quality standards for Florida before combatants chimed in. On Friday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released a set of proposed numeric standards for phosphorus and nitrogen levels in Florida’s lakes, rivers, streams, …
The first 40 Days of Cotton is Critical
As cotton producers look ahead to planting for next season, Ralph Bagwell, crop development manager with Bayer CropScience, reminds them that the first 40 days is critical.
GA Legislative Session Kicks Off
Lawmakers have knocked out the first four days of the 2010 legislative session.
Research Will Look at Creating Green Fuels
The U.S. Department of Energy will investment nearly 78-million dollars under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for advanced biofuels research and fueling infrastructure.
Food Safety a Concern for the Entire Food Sector
Food safety is a hot topic these days and Josh Craft, assistant director of Ag Policy with the Florida Farm Bureau, says it’s one that crosses all sectors of the industry.
Fumigation Considerations for Cold Wet Soils
A word of caution for growers who have recently fumigated but not yet planted. Hendry County Extension director, Gene McAvoy, says the recent cold weather could increase the time needed to prepare the soil.
Fueling Up With Veggies
Researchers are working on ways to prevent waste and give producers another outlet for income by harvesting excess fruits and vegetables for natural gas.