The week has finally arrived…it’s about time for the annual Citrus Expo! The event takes place this Wednesday and Thursday at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers. AgNet Media’s Josh McGill and Gary Cooper have more on what to expect. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending August 14, 2015
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we look at some of the issues the House and Senate will need to deal with when they return in September, what scientific breakthrough could mean for peanuts being consumed by those who were once allergic, and about AgNet Media’s big event, Citrus Expo, which is coming up in …
Congress Has Much to Do When They Return
When the House and Senate return in September, there will be a number of orders of business they will need to focus on. Reece Langley, vice president of Washington Operations for the National Cotton Council, shares what the Council anticipates when Congress returns. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary …
Citrus Expo Pre-registration Ends Today
Today, August 14th, is the last day to pre-register for the 2015 Citrus Expo, which is coming up next week in North Fort Myers, Florida. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant …
Great Giveaways at Citrus Expo 2015
This year’s Citrus Expo is packed with great giveaways for attendees, so pre-register online now to ensure your eligibility. Citrus Expo will be held August 19-20 at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, Florida. Don’t Wait; Pre-register Now! Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle …
Citrus Industry This Week: Citrus Expo; GM Citrus; Fruit Drop Counter
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week includes information on a new fruit drop counter developed by University of Florida, reports on genetically modified (GM) citrus and Citrus Expo updates. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe free and view the current issue. Click here to subscribe to the monthly Citrus Industry magazine. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In …
UF Researchers Develop Machine to Count Dropped Citrus
From the University of Florida/IFAS: As citrus greening continues to impact Florida’s groves, growers have found that they need a way to quickly and accurately count the amount of fruit dropped early to help identify problem areas, which will save time and money. University of Florida researchers Wonsuk “Daniel” Lee, Daeun “Dana” Choi, Reza Ehsani and Fritz Roka devised a …
Citrus Expo Less Than a Week Away
There’s less than a week left until the world’s premier citrus event, which promises to be one you won’t forget. Citrus Expo 2015 will be held at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers, August 19-20. Growers can pre-register until noon on August 14 for a chance to win a John Deere gun safe. So don’t wait; pre-register now …
Ag Land Values and Cash Rental Rates Are Up
U.S. ag land values have seen an increase year over year, while cash rental rates for farm acreage are also up. Rod Bain has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …
Putnam Discusses Trade Issues
Since the U.S. and Cuba have restored diplomatic relations, there are many farmers across our country wondering if trade will be next. While efforts have been underway by some to end the half-century-old U.S. trade embargo, many in Florida agriculture remember NAFTA, and wonder if this could be a repeat of that. Here’s Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam. Download …