By MARGIE MENZEL THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA: THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, January 20, 2015……….Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam easily won a second term in November and is widely believed to be considering a run for governor in 2018. Meanwhile, he is helping lead efforts to fight diseases damaging the citrus industry and Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides …
Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight: Woman of the Year in Agriculture
On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks to Franko Galoso about the 2014 Woman of the Year in Agriculture, Belinda Chason. Download Audio To learn more click, 2014 Woman of the Year in Agriculture. You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook and Twitter. Discover more by visiting FreshFromFlorida.com. Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers …
Beekeeping Boom
Everett Griner talks about beekeeping still a growing business in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida 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 …
Florida Cogongrass Treatment Cost-Share Program
When it comes to treatment of Cogongrass, there is a cost-share program available in all counties in Florida through the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and the Florida Forest Service. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, …
Florida Farm Bureau President on Trade with Cuba
Recently, more than 30 agricultural organizations formed the U.S. Agriculture Coalition for Cuba to work with Congress and President Obama to bring full normalization of trade relations between the two nations. Florida is of course the closest state to Cuba, and Florida Farm Bureau President John Hoblick says safeguards will need to be put in place. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant …
Former Citrus Packers Chief Richard Kinney Dies
Richard Kinney, 65, former executive vice president of Florida Citrus Packers, died Thursday at his home near Zephyrhills of an apparent heart attack. He had retired from the Packers in June 2012. Read more. Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, …
‘Boyd Cocktail’ Addressed in January Citrus Industry
The January Citrus Industry magazine has articles about the so-called “Boyd cocktail” for HLB infected trees and the Tree Assistance Program for replacing those infected trees. Financial management and HLB-tolerant rootstocks are also addressed. There’s even an article on peach production for those citrus growers wanting to diversify in the face of HLB. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers …
Citrus Psyllid Populations Climbed in 2014
Populations of HLB-spreading psyllids climbed in the latter part of 2014 compared to 2013. Citrus Health Management Area (CHMA) coordinator Brandon Page has the numbers. He also discusses the importance of year-round psyllid control. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied …
Citrus Industry This Week: Crop Forecast; Size and Quality Issues
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week includes details from the latest citrus crop forecast and a grower report on fruit size and quality issues. 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 ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials …
Partnerships Designed to Improve Soil Health
Cindy Zimmerman has a story on how many folks are working together improve soil health. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida 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 …