Tallahassee, FL – Following the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s announcement of $4.18 million in funding for Apalachicola Bay oyster restoration research, Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam issued the following statement:
Uncertain Future
Everett Griner tells us how the population growth is challenging farming. Download Audio
Higher Yields
Everett Griner explains how it all boils down to genetics, management and work, along with a little cooperation from Mother Nature wouldn’t hurt either. Download Audio
Wasted Food
The amount of food wasted could slow world hunger. Everett Griner explains. Download Audio
Danger Zone
Agriculture is still number 2 on the Most Dangerous Jobs list. Everett Griner explains why. Download Audio
Getting More Food From Local Farms To Schools
Getting more locally grown food to schools is
Florida Dealing with a Wide Range of Water Issues
Florida Ag Commissioner Adam Putnam says that there is currently a wide range of water challenges facing Floridians throughout the state. Download Audio
Water Problems
Everett Griner explains how conservation is a current challenge for everyone. Download Audio
Producers Invited Out for the Last Day of the Sunbelt Ag Expo
Today is the last day of the 2013 Sunbelt Ag Expo here in Moultrie, Georgia, and Georgia Ag Commissioner Gary Black gives us just a few reasons why folks should take the opportunity to visit North America’s premier farm show. Download Audio