From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam testified today on the impacts of the Waters of the United States rule at the Joint Hearing Before the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works in Washington, D.C. Excerpts of his testimony are …
Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight: Florida State Fair
On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks to Franko Galoso about the 2015 Florida State Fair, taking place from February 5–16, 2015. Download Audio To learn more click, Florida State Fair and to buy tickets, click Tickets. You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook and Twitter. Discover more by visiting FreshFromFlorida.com. Sponsored ContentStrong …
USDA Accepting Applications for Conservation Stewardship Program
Farmers, ranchers and forest landowners are urged to submit applications for the Conservation Stewardship Program by February 27, 2015 to ensure they are considered for this year’s funding. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
New Citrus Greening Detection Device
Wonsuk Lee, a University of Florida professor of agriculture and biological engineering, invented a camera sensor with 10 high-powered LED lights that alert growers when citrus greening is present in tree leaves. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, …
New Tool against Psyllids
Michael Rogers, interim director of the Citrus Research and Education Center, announced that Sivanto insecticide from Bayer CropScience has been approved for use in citrus to manage Asian citrus psyllid and other insects. This insecticide can be an option for applications during bloom. Please note the instructions related to Pollinator Best Management Practices, as well as all other use instructions, …
Vilsack on Importance of Trade
Trade with other countries is a high-priority issue for many in agriculture this year as we continue to hear how the debate in Congress over giving the President Trade Promotion Authority may be a hard-fought debate. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack outlines a few of the reasons why trade is vital to this nation and to agriculture. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong …
Citrus Industry Magazine Has New CEU Article Available
Earn one core continuing education unit (CEU) by reading the Citrus Industry article, “Pesticide application equipment,” and passing the accompanying test. The article, authored by University of Florida’s Stephen H. Futch, is now available online and will appear in the February 2015 issue of Citrus Industry magazine. This CEU will be valid for up to one year from the publication …
The Best Thing Citrus Growers Can Do Right Now for HLB
There’s something good citrus growers can do to help themselves cope with HLB right now. Michael Rogers, interim director of the Citrus Research and Education Center at Lake Alfred, tells what it is. He also looks at other possible solutions that offer some hope. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending January 30, 2015
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we have a story concerning the various issues of importance to cotton growers in Washington, we look at new technology for the oyster industry which can help fisheries across the Gulf Cost, and have a story about how chicken wings are Super Bowl winners. To hear weekly reviews subscribe …
IFAS as a Facilitator of Agritourism
Can Florida’s two largest industries be put together to produce a hybrid economic engine for the state? The University of Florida thinks so and already has efforts underway. Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources Dr. Jack Payne explains. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …