TALLAHASSEE — Marcia Lightsey of Lake Wales, whose family owns several Central Florida cattle ranches known for their progressive environmental practices, has been selected to receive the “Woman of the Year in Agriculture Award” for 2009.
Citrus Commission Meetings To Become More Efficient
The Citrus Commission will change its way of holding meetings in January. Commission Chairman Ben Albritton explains the change in the first report. In the second report, he tells how the new structure will make things easier for people and companies doing business with the full commission. Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre.
Citrus Expo News for Growers
GROWERS – this year Citrus Expo is taking input on what you would like to hear at the Citrus Expo 2010 seminars. Send us your seminar topic ideas and be entered to win! Send your input to CitrusExpo@SoutheastAgNet.com or fax us at (888) 957-2226. Growers submitting worthy suggestions will be entered to win a $50 Cabela’s Gift Card from www.SoutheastAgNet.com. …
KFC in China
China is now eating western style. What is in store for them? Everett Griner tells us.
Monsanto Performance Plus Program Promotes Use of Residuals
Dave Rylander, director of marketing for Monsanto’s Delta Pine Brands, says they have made some improvements to their popular Roundup Ready Cotton Performance Plus program.
Agriculture Should Heed Lessons from Fuel Sector
A multitude of legislative and regulatory proposals are currently affecting agriculture and Congressman Adam Putnam, says one that producers should be concerned about is the climate change bills in both the Senate and House.
Florida Forever Calendars Available
If you are still looking for that final gift, be sure to check the 2010 Florida Forever calendar focused on a selection of Florida’s vulnerable but spectacular landscapes.
A Healthy Holiday
As the chaos of preparing the holiday meal is just about upon us, family and consumer sciences extension agent Sarah Burkett, gives a few tips on how to enjoy a healthy and economical Christmas dinner.
FL Promoting Beef for the Holidays
Executive Vice President of the Florida Beef Council Jim Handley said they really want to remind consumers, whether they live or travel to the state this time of year, to enjoy beef for the holidays.
GA Beef for the Holidays
As holiday meal plans are being made, Georgia Beef Board’s Ashley Hughes wants to remind everyone to be sure to include delicious beef in those menus this year.