Many believe mechanical harvesting must be broadly adopted in Florida for citrus growers to be competitive and survive. In this series, a grower and researchers discuss many mechanical harvesting issues, ranging from impediments to its adoption to the promise it holds. In the first report, multi-county citrus extension agent Mongi Zekri and Duda grove manager Mark Colbert say most mechanical …
USDA and FDA Continuing Cooperative Food Safety Efforts
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration are continuing to work together to enhance the safety and quality of fresh produce. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers …
Lacy Morrone-Cramer Wins the $25,000 HITS Grand Prix
OCALA, FL (February 19, 2010)–The winner of Thursday’s $25,000 HITS Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, was HITS veteran Lacy Morrone-Cramer on Ulysses Van De Krekebeke. “He’s [Ulysses Van De Krekebeke] right at home,” said an excited Morrone-Cramer of Pittstown, New Jersey, standing next to her husband and trainer Adam Cramer, who also competed in the class. Sponsored ContentFlorida …
Chill Hours
Peach and apple growers are optimistic. Everett Griner explains. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026
Decision About Review of Key Pesticide Ruling Expected Next Week
More water issues are on the forefront as the U.S. Supreme Court is expected to announce next week whether it will review a lower court ruling imposing Clean Water Act permitting requirements on the application of pesticides on, over or near water. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers …
USDA Proposes Changes in Crop Insurance Program
The USDA has proposed changes in the Crop Insurance Program that will improve producer access to crop insurance. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle …
I Love Farmers…They Feed My Soul
There is a new campaign designed to close the disconnect that a lot of consumers have from the farm. And in these three reports, Annalisa Clarke, manager of the I Love Farmers…They Feed My Soul campaign, explains how they are using the social media platform to reach their target audience. Download Audio Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement …
AL NRCS Promoting Organic Cattle Production
While details of the final regulation regarding access to pasture for organic livestock operations were issued this week, Dr. Bill Puckett with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama said this is a new program they were promoting at last week’s Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Convention and invites producers to learn more about it. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board …
GA Beef Grant Continues On
We told you earlier this week that the Georgia Beef Board was able to be a sponsor at a recent Pro-Start event, something Ashley Hughes said was possible thanks to grant funding which will help with even more events. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application …
FCA Tracking FL House Bill 285
In advance of the Florida Legislative session which starts March 2nd, various committee meetings have been held to get the stage set. And according to Florida Cattlemen’s Association’s Sam Ard, one of those recent meetings concerned an issue they are watching closely. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers …