First Lady’s Anti-Obesity Campaign Concerns Citrus Industry

First Lady Michelle Obama’s campaign against childhood obesity has the potential to harm Florida’s orange juice industry, some members of the Florida Citrus Commission fear. Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff reports. Download Audio Register Now for the Florida Citrus Industry Annual Conference June 9-11 Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded …

Citrus Center Historical Marker Recognizes Advancements

An historical marker recognizing the achievements of the Citrus Research and Education Center in Lake Alfred was recently dedicated at the center. University of Florida-IFAS Executive Associate Vice President Joe Joyce welcomed the crowd and offers comments. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, …

Researcher Discusses Many Aspects Of Citrus Black Spot

University of Florida plant pathologist Megan Dewdney has appeared at several workshops on citrus black spot since the disease was discovered in Collier and Hendry counties this spring. In these reports, she discusses Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Help For Hungry

BRIC plans to fight famine. How? Everett Griner tells us. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding to Enhance Brahman GeneticsMay 15, 2026

Florida Citrus Advertising Relying More On “Social Media”

The Florida Department of Citrus’ new advertising agency has recommended more use of “new” or “social” media in generic marketing campaigns for next season, and the Citrus Commission has agreed. Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff reports. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers …

Ag Secretary Hears About Citrus Research Funding Failure

When Florida Citrus Mutual CEO Mike Sparks got to share concerns with the U.S. agriculture secretary in Tampa recently, he focused on the USDA’s failure to fund citrus research under the Farm Bill again this year. Download Audio Register Now for the Florida Citrus Industry Annual Conference June 9-11 Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, …

2010 Citrus Expo Exhibitor Brochure is now ready!

EXHIBITORS – Any company interested in participating in the 2010 Citrus Expo, NOW IS THE TIME TO ACT! Exhibit spaces are already three quarters of the way full and are filling everyday. You can CLICK HERE to register online or you can complete and fax the exhibitor brochure to 888-957-2226. Visit the Citrus Expo website for more information on Lodging, …

Big Farming

Big farms lead to big machines which lead to big productivity. Everett Griner has some statistics. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding to Enhance …

FL Citrus Industry Annual Conference To Be June 9-11

The Florida Citrus Industry Annual Conference hosted by Florida Citrus Mutual will be held June 9-11 at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa in Bonita Springs. The event includes numerous industry meetings and an educational session, social gatherings, and golf and fishing tournaments. Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff has the report. Download Audio Register Now for the Florida Citrus …

FDOC To Fill Citrus Research Hole Created By Veto

The Florida Department of Citrus (FDOC) will likely fill a disease research funding hole left by Gov. Crist’s recent veto of an important agriculture bill. FDOC Executive Director Ken Keck comments in this report. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud …