Grants Help Bring More Nutritious Food to More People

Today Cathy Isom tells us about the program to promote fruits and veggies in more American diets – while giving a boost to local producers and economies. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers …

Commissioner Putnam Announces Winners of Agricultural-Environmental Leadership Awards

From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam today announced the three winners of the state’s Agricultural-Environmental Leadership Award, which recognizes agricultural producers who are practicing environmentally innovative farming practices. “These recipients have each shown a commitment to improving Florida’s environment and conserving our natural resources, especially water,” Commissioner of …

Citrus Scientists Share HLB Recommendations

HLB was the main issue addressed at the Florida Citrus Growers’ Institute held today in Avon Park. Ernie Neff has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or …

$23 Million Available for Citrus Greening Research

If you have ideas to help producers fight citrus greening, the time is now to apply for a Citrus Disease Research and Extension grant. Susan Carter has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics …

Fresh From Florida Promotes Grapefruit Cocktails in South Korea

FDACS news release TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Starting April 1, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will continue its partnership with Outback Steakhouse restaurants in South Korea to promote “Fresh From Florida” grapefruit on their spring/summer menu with a red grapefruit cocktail. The promotions at Outback and with other retail partners in South Korea helped Florida grapefruit sales to …

Frequent Citrus Irrigation Important in the Face of HLB

University of Florida scientist Brian Boman discusses the importance of frequent irrigation, especially in the face of HLB. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, …

Citrus Horticulturist Wanted

The University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is seeking a citrus horticulturist for the Southwest Florida Research and Education Center in Immokalee. Get the details. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application …

Citrus Industry This Week: Diaprepes and HLB; Growers’ Institute Preview

Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week includes a report on the relationship between Diaprepes and HLB as well as a preview of next week’s Citrus Growers’ Institute. 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 ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle …

Florida Lawmakers Working on State Lands Bill

As the Florida Legislative Session continues Representative Matt Caldwell, who represents District 79 in the Florida House, says one issue they’ve been working with is the proposed state lands bill. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Approximately $23 Million Available for Citrus Greening Research

From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: ORLANDO, Fla., April 1, 2015 – At an Orlando grocery store filled with Florida citrus, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the availability of $23 million in USDA funding to support research and extension projects for producers fighting citrus greening disease. Huanglongbing (HLB), commonly known as citrus greening, threatens the future viability of the …