Gov. Rick Scott told citrus growers attending the Florida Citrus Industry Conference in Bonita Springs Wednesday that he’ll help them work to obtain money for research. “I know the research is very important,” he said. Scott also urged growers to Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …
Exec. Director Describes Group Seeking New Citrus Varieties
The New Varieties Development and Management Corporation (NVDMC), formed in 2005, is known primarily for supporting efforts to find new citrus varieties for the Florida industry. Peter Chaires, NVDMC executive director, explains Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …
Another New Crop
Everett Griner tells us of a crop being planted and grown by producers in the southeast, believe it or not. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through …
USDA Citrus Crop Forecast for June has Slight Changes
The June Citrus Crop forecast released this morning by USDA had slight changes in the Florida Valencia and FCOJ yield. Download Audio To view the official release form CLICK HERE. The final forecast by the USDA for this seasons citrus crop will be Wednesday July 11th at approximately 8:30 a.m. and will be able to be heard “live” here on …
Diaprepes Still a Threat to Citrus; How CRDF May Help
Before HLB was discovered in Florida, many said the Diaprepes root weevil was the worst thing a citrus grower could deal with. Citrus Research and Development Foundation Chief Operations Officer Harold Browning says Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, …
Wild Hogs
Everett Griner tells us that still no practical solution has been found. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida 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, 2026
Websites Can Help With Florida Citrus Irrigation Scheduling
Florida Automated Weather Network Director Rick Lusher told citrus growers at a recent irrigation workshop in Arcadia about two Websites that can help them handle irrigation scheduling. He discusses the websites in this report. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, …
Christmas Trees
No, It’s not that time of year… But, the 2011 production numbers are out and Everett Griner tells us what they are. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or …
Florida Citrus Industry Focus is on Bonita Springs This Week
Numerous Florida citrus industry meetings and an educational session are on tap this week in conjunction with Florida Citrus Mutual’s Citrus Industry Conference. Hear details in this report. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Labor Solutions- Bringing People Together! Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …
University of Florida President Bernie Machen Stepping Down
Dear members of the University of Florida community, Today, I informed the UF Board of Trustees of my intention to step down as president next year. As the Board Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers …