There is a program available to help train the folks who supervise farmworkers. Carlene Thissen, project coordinator of the Farm Labor Supervisor Training Program through the University of Florida/IFAS Southwest Florida Research & Education Center in Immokalee, explains what this is all about. Download Audio For more information about this program, click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources …
New Citrus Variety Trial Options for Florida Growers
From the University of Florida/IFAS: MAITLAND, Fla. – The New Varieties Development & Management Corporation has scheduled statewide grower meetings for May to launch FAST TRACK’s third suite of UF/IFAS-developed experimental citrus selections. This new suite features four seedless easy-peel mandarin selections: UFGlow, UFSunrise, UFDawn and 7-6-27. In addition, the UFGlow, UFSunrise and UFDawn varieties are mess-free – meaning your …
Exclusive Interview with Adam Putnam
We sat down with Florida Commissioner of Agriculture, Adam Putnam, in an exclusive interview before the Florida Legislature reconvenes for a special session. Putnam discussed different issues faced by the state legislature and the state’s agriculture. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud …
Agent Discusses Peaches as a Citrus Alternative
Tavares-based Extension agent Gary England discusses areas where peaches might be grown and where some citrus growers already grow the alternative crop. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending May 15, 2015
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we talk about a new report showing demand for recent college graduates with degrees in ag programs, the final 2014 cotton crop numbers and estimates for the 2015 peanut crop, along with a story about a new health fad. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida …
Senate to Debate TPA
The U.S. Senate passed a motion by a vote of 65 to 33 on Thursday which allowed a Trade Promotion Authority bill to advance to debate after reaching compromise. Rod Bain has more on the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune …
Putnam: Saving Our Signature Crop
From Commissioner Adam H. Putnam Friend, Like sunshine and white sandy beaches, citrus is synonymous with Florida. But citrus greening, a bacterial disease that is spreading through Florida’s citrus groves, poses an existential threat to Florida’s signature crop. In just 10 years, citrus greening has cut Florida’s annual citrus harvest in half. That’s why we must take bold action to …
More Fast Track Citrus Varieties to Be Launched
Four meetings in May will support the launch of more citrus selections under Fast Track. New Varieties Development and Management Corp.’s Peter Chaires reports. Read more. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida …
Citrus Harvesting Labor Now and in the Future
Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association labor relations director Mike Carlton discusses the citrus harvesting labor situation for this season. He also looks at the future. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle …
Citrus Industry This Week: Growing Peaches; Crop Forecast; FDOC News
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week includes a report from a citrus and peach grower, details on the latest citrus crop forecast and news from the Florida Department of Citrus (FDOC). 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 Enhancement …