University of Florida emeritus professor Bill Castle discusses the reason for windbreaks in citrus groves, favored windbreak varieties, and their planting and care. He was interviewed following a recent presentation he made at a field day near Lake Placid. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! Sponsored …
UF Researcher Has Citrus Black Spot Recommendations
University of Florida plant pathologist Megan Dewdney offers management recommendations for citrus black spot, which has only been detected in the Gulf region but is a concern to growers throughout Florida. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Labor Solutions- Bringing People Together! Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, …
Survey Seeks Age, Communication Info From Florida Citrus Industry
Jamie Burrow, coordinator of canker and greening Extension education at the Citrus Research and Education Center, is conducting a survey to determine the age of Florida citrus industry personnel and their preferred form of communication. If you have not already done so, please complete the short survey by April 11. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World …
Citrus Industry Addresses Biochar, Psyllids, FAWN and More
An article in the April issue of Citrus Industry magazine tells how burning of dead trees in groves can produce biochar, which may be beneficial in groves. Other topics addressed include Asian citrus psyllid sprays and the Florida Automated Weather Network’s Citrus Microsprinkler Irrigation Scheduler. There’s even a profile of a rock and roll citrus grower. Citrus Industry editor Ernie …
FL Ag Industry Shows Growth in Commissioner’s Annual Report
Tallahassee, FL – Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam has released the 2011 Annual Report for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, providing a snapshot of the department’s priorities and accomplishments for the calendar year. This is the first annual report released by the department under Commissioner Putnam’s leadership. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New …
Citrus, Other Crops Addressed At Harvesting Symposium
An international mechanical harvesting symposium at Lake Alfred this week gives some working in Florida citrus ideas that might be adopted from other industries. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers …
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Women farmers are not restricted. Everett Griner tells us why. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, …
Death Tax Repeal has Support
35 co-sponsors have signed on to The Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers …
FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on FAPC – Fresh From Florida
This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight is with Susan Nardizzi, Division of Marketing Director at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, talking about the Florida Agricultural Promotional Campaign and the Fresh From Florida logo. Download Audio More information is available online at FAPC. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers …
Seeking Diversity in a Not-Very-Diverse Citrus Industry
The Citrus Administrative Committee, which administers a marketing order for fresh Florida citrus, has taken strides in recent years to diversify its membership within a not-very-diverse citrus industry. CAC Manager Duke Chadwell tells how. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …