As we mentioned late yesterday, looks like there will be no grower referendum on the Florida Dept of Citrus. Lawmakers overseeing the FDOC Sunset Review process say there simply was not much support or input in favor of such a grower vote. Lakeland Ledger reporter Kevin Bouffard has studied this issue and followed up with the newsmakers about it. To …
FARM BILL IMPLEMENTATION – Progress as of October 2008
This just in from USDA… Within weeks of the late June enactment of the Farm Bill, USDA began delivering program benefits for 2008 and will deliver additional program benefits in 2009. The 2008 Farm Bill has 15 titles — and more than 600 provisions: 50 percent more than the 2002 Farm Bill. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle …
Sunbelt Expo Wraps Up Today
Today is the last day of the 31st annual Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, Georgia as gates will be open until 4:00 this afternoon. Pictured is the Georgia Cotton Commission tent where Richey Seaton and Karen Nikitopoulos are talking with Expo attendees about the cotton industry in the state. Richey talks about their past two week run at both the …
Who is Going to Feed The World in the Future
This challenge was given to a group of FFA members, and Everett Griner tells us who gave this challenge and why. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy …
Citrus Concerns Grow Over Specialty Crop Research Allocations
There is a growing rumble in Florida and particularly in citrus country over recent allocations of specialty crop research monies. CLICK HERE to read the entire USDA news release that outlines where some 28-million research dollars are being awarded. Some industry and congressional sources tell us the allocations overlook critical and timely needs for research into citrus greening disease, or …
Georgia Peanut Commission at Sunbelt Expo
The Georgia Peanut Commission is busy at the Sunbelt Expo with an exhibit for both the producer and consumer. Executive director, Don Koehler says that they are glad to be onsite to promote the great nutrition and taste of the Georgia peanut. The commission has information and treats available for all ages. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle …
FL Congressman Putnam: Retail O J Too High for Market Situation
In this first report posted herein, comments from central Florida Congressman Adam Putnam about the need for orange juice “brands” to do more to help move tremendous supplies in the orange juice pipeline right now, including putting more efforts into advertising as well as bringing retail prices more in line with market supply reality. Putnam’s comments echo what we heard …
FL Citrus Mutual CEO Says Strong Mktg Push Needed for OJ
In this report comments from Mike Sparks, CEO of Florida Citrus Mutual, about the recent October Citrus Crop Forecast from USDA and the market situation in need of a strong push to reduce the amount of orange juice already in the pipeline. Sponsoring this report: Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle …
FL Farm Bureau President on Politics of World Trade
Florida Farm Bureau’s John Hoblick was recently re-elected to his second two-year term as president of the state’s largest general farm organization. In his position Hoblick has opportunities to meet frequently with other agriculture leaders across the state and nation, and to participate in targeted travel and learning opportunities in dealing with the many issues affecting the state’s agriculture industries. …
FL Bronson Milks Cows at Sunbelt
While at the Sunbelt Ag Expo Tuesday, Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson participated in the annual cow milking contest but also talked about a problem many are concerned about here in the Southeast. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida …