The Florida Department of Citrus had a booth at the 2006 Citrus Expo in Ft. Myers which gave them a chance to get feedback from growers who attended the event. Â Report (1:00 wma)
First Florida Farm Podcast
We’d like to announce a first for Florida, Florida citrus and the Citrus Expo. It’s the Citrus Expo Podcast!
Southeast AgNet is using the power of the internet to distribute audio interviews conducted at this year’s Citrus Expo. Probably many of you have heard of podcasting and iPods. Maybe you have a digital audio player and already use it to subscribe to programs you can only find on the internet.
Fruit Buyer and Song Writer
Jerry Mincey (left), pictured here with Gary Cooper, is the Director of Fruit Procurement for Blue Lakes Citrus Products.
Honey For Kids
 The National Honey Board is researching new ways to reach kids with the sweet taste of honey. Report (:56 wma)
Snack Foods To Drive You Buggy
Cheesy beetle larvae, chocolate meal worms and cricket cookies are just a few of the yummy treats you can find on-line. Â Report (:59 wma)
FL Ag Idea Raisers Scheduled
Rep. Baxter Troutman of Polk County is scheduling a series of “IdeaRaisers” next month to get input from farmers and ranchers. The events will be held in Homestead, Clewiston, Jay, Live Oak, Ocala and Bartow.  Report (:57 wma)
GA Cotton Commission Checks Out Research Projects
Members of the Georgia Cotton Commission were in Tifton last week to take a look at the research project they are funding for cotton growers. Â Report (:52 wma)
NRCS Provides Cover Crop Advice
Alabama county offices of USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service can help farmers with cover crops. Â Report (:57 wma)
Farmers Organizing to Build Ethanol Plant
GA meeting held this past week discussing business for corn fed ethanol plant.  Report (:57 wma)
Peanut Tour Coming Up
Tour coming up Sept. 12-14 to start with “Hot Topic Seminar”. Â Report (:33 wma)