October Crop Forecast Will Not Consider Labor Abandonment

Crop abandonment impact from lack of labor in 05/06 season is still unknown, but regardless, USDA/NASS crop forecasters say any such impact will not be considered in next season’s October forecast.  Report (2:00 wma) USDA NASS Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics …

Expo To Have Much More for Growers Than Previous Seminars

Although UF/IFAS hosted a series of grower seminars last spring, UF researchers say Citrus Expo will include important disease control updates and more information on many more topics.  Report (2:00 wma)  Sponsored ContentFL 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 …

PR, Adv & Merchandising All Important in FDOC Mktg Efforts

Consistency of a targeted message, and a mix of PR, advertising and merchandising is important to marketing success for Orange Juice and Florida Citrus Products.  Report (2:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFL 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 …

Retail Contact Key To Merchandising OJ & Citrus Products

From a merchandising standpoint, Department of Citrus communications with retailers is proven to move more Florida O J and keep retailers more interested in Florida orange juice.  Report (2:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFL 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 …

New Beekeepers Needed

The number of beekeepers nationwide is on the decline, which could impact crops pollinated by bees.  Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFL 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources …

FL Nursery Growers Look Forward to BMP Manual

The Florida Nursery Growers and Landscapers Association is hoping the new BMP manual will be adopted statewide by the end of the year.  Report (:55 wma) Sponsored ContentFL 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 …

AL Getting Into Conservation Tillage

Alabama is a leader in conservation tillage but nearly half of the farms in the state still could switch. Report (:55 wma) Sponsored ContentFL 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

The Latest on the Avian Bird Flu

Everett Griner reviews the concerns of the health officials.   Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFL 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026

Former Cit Commish Chrmn Discusses “Special Industry Committee”

Former FL Citrus Commission Chairman Andy Taylor says the recommendations of the “Special Industry Committee” should help the industry deal with important issues in the future.  Report (2:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFL 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 …

Former Cit Commish Chrmn Comments on Higher Box Taxes

Former FL Citrus Commission Chairman Andy Taylor says he understands grower concerns about higher box taxes, but adds the taxes and marketing efforts are critical to support demand and higher grower returns.  Report (2:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFL 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 …