University of Florida/IFAS has a new chemist at the Citrus Research and Education Center (CREC) in Lake Alfred. And according to Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Dr. Jack Payne, CREC is thrilled to have her. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida …
Postbloom Fruit Drop Survey for Citrus Growers
University of Florida researcher Megan Dewdney has created an online survey to assess the impact of postbloom fruit drop (PFD) on Florida citrus groves. Results of the survey will be instrumental in the development of strategies to assist growers in the management of PFD. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture …
New Citrus Rootstock Selection Guide Available
A new Florida Citrus Rootstock Selection Guide includes the latest releases from the University of Florida and the U.S. Department of Agriculture breeding programs. It also provides guidance on observed HLB incidence in the various rootstocks. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers …
University of Florida/IFAS Invasives Research Facility Likely to Close
From the University of Florida/IFAS: GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A valuable UF/IFAS program that helps save the state millions of dollars annually in controlling invasive plants and insects will likely close after a veto by Gov. Rick Scott on Monday. An approved increase by the Legislature of $180,000 was denied, and the facility also lost all funding. The state-of-the-art lab Sponsored …
Florida NRCS Seeking Proposals to Protect and Restore Critical Wetlands
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida is getting the word out about the availability of financial and technical assistance to help eligible conservation partners voluntarily protect, restore and enhance critical wetlands. Roney Gutierrez says funding for this will be provided through the Wetland Reserve Enhancement Partnership. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and …
Citrus Industry This Week: New Citrus Plantings; Fruit Drop Report
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week features a discussion from Florida Citrus Mutual President Larry Black about how new citrus plantings are working for growers. There is also a report from University of Florida’s Michael Rogers that addresses citrus fruit drop. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe free and view the current issue. Click here to subscribe …
Budget Vetoes by Florida Governor Affect Citrus Industry
While Gov. Rick Scott did sign the $78.2 billion state budget yesterday, he also issued some $461.4 million in vetoes, including areas affecting the citrus industry. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida …
Florida Governor Signs Budget but Issues Vetoes
Florida Governor Rick Scott signed a $78.2 billion budget today that was finalized last week by lawmakers for the fiscal year that starts July 1. But in the process he did issue $461.4 million in vetoes. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Southeast AgNet This Week: Water-Use Efficiency; Honeybees and Crops
Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes videos that explain how Cotton Incorporated is trying to increase water-use efficiency in cotton production and how an Alabama farmer is using honeybees to pollinate his soybean crop. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and …
Florida FFA Fundraiser Returns to Citrus Expo
One of the aspects that makes Citrus Expo such a great event is the many prizes attendees can win. Returning to the show this year is the Florida FFA fundraiser sponsored by AgNet Media. Citrus Expo attendees can participate in the fundraiser by purchasing raffle tickets for a chance to win a Yeti Tundra 75 cooler packed with grilling equipment. …