Here are some different photos of Tropical Soda Apple, and a new link for important new TSA BMP’s for seed, sod, and pasture situations. Stay tuned to Southeast AgNet in weeks ahead for more features and information on protecting your pastures, seed production and sod plantings from this “Weed from Hell.” Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture …
Fl Citrus Growers Push to Tap “Free Riders”
More comments about the “Free Rider” issue, as Florida growers and industry interests put the push on to find answers, and tap new sources for additional funds from sources who benefit from the marketing efforts presently paid for exclusively by Florida growers. In this report, comments from former Florida Citrus Commission Chairman, Andy Taylor, Peace River Citrus Products. Report (2:00 …
Ag Secretary Relationship Important for Citrus
In the first report, comments from Florida Congressman Adam Putnam about the need for the U S Secretary of Agriculture to have a good understanding of, and relationship with, the citrus industry. In the second report, Putnam comments on the progress of the Farm Bill and how specialty crop interests need to keep the pressure on to get their improved …
FL Packers Look For New Fresh Rule
With the Florida citrus harvest getting underway, Florida growers of fresh citrus want to know what the rules will be as soon as possible in terms of shipping fruit out-of-state. In this report, Richard Kinney of Florida Citrus Packers Association has some insight on the expected timeline. Report (2:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester …
FDOC & Commission Pressing the “Free Rider” Issue
These reports feature coverage of this week’s meetings at the Florida Department of Citrus, with comments from Citrus Commission Chairman Ben Albritton, Jr. Report (2:00 mp3) Report (2:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
“Free Riders” Fix Options Being Discussed Around Industry
In this report, CEO Mike Sparks of Florida Citrus Mutual discusses efforts at the Florida Department of Citrus to fix the “Free Riders” issue. Report (2:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
Citrus Research Progress Update
In this report, comments from Dr Harold Browning, Director of the Citrus Research and Education Center in Lake Alfred, about the latest progress on the citrus research front. Report (2:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
“Free Rider” Concerns & Citrus Expo Planning
In the first report, an overview of efforts underway to deal with “Free Riders”, who many believe unfairly benefit from Florida citrus marketing efforts without joining Florida growers to pay for it all. Comments from Citrus Commissioner Bob Behr (top right), from an earlier interview about “Free Riders.” In the second report, core members of the Citrus Expo planning committee …
Afternoon “Greening” Class Added for Sebring Oct 30 in P. M.
This in from Ray Royce of the Highlands County Citrus Growers Association: *** The Morning Session for October 30th is now full, however there will be an afternoon session that will start at 1:30 PM. Call the Extension office to pre-register. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
State Spending & Taxes-Sen Mike Haridopolos About Ag
In these reports, more comments from State Sen Mike Haridopolos about spending of tax dollars and the need for change in the way Florida handles its money. Report (2:00 mp3) Report (2:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024