Late Tuesday Florida Governor Charlie Crist lifted the restrictions on truck weights in light of the deep freeze the state is experiencing right in the midst of winter fruit and vegetable harvests. The news release from the Florida Dept of Agriculture is below. For those transporting produce, a copy of the order and accompanying letter from DOT must be kept …
FAWN TO HOST WINTER WEATHER SCHOOL
Amidst the state’s most severe cold snap since 2001, Florida farmers are being forced to pull out all the winter-weather stops to keep their crops healthy. For those left feeling unprepared by this challenging chill, Florida Automated Weather Network (FAWN) will be hosting a winter weather seminar on Jan. 12 at the Polk County Extension Office in Bartow, Fla. Sponsored …
Fresh Citrus Recipe Contest Deadline Is Jan. 15
Citrus lovers have the opportunity to put their culinary creativity to the test for a chance to compete in the Florida Citrus. Healthy. Pure & Simple(r) recipe contest at the 2010 Florida State Fair. The Florida Department of Citrus and the Florida State Fair are looking for original recipes that showcase the taste, versatility, and nutrition benefits of fresh citrus. …
Hazardous Jobs
Farming is still one of the most hazardous jobs in the U.S. Everett Griner explains. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle …
Citrus Freeze Expected In Florida’s Northern Citrus Belt
Many growers in the northern edges of Florida’s citrus belt will take steps to prevent freeze damage as the coldest weather of the season is expected Wednesday morning, Florida Citrus Mutual Director of Grower Affairs Rusty Wiygul says in the first report. In the second report, Wiygul acknowledges that citrus acreage is down significantly in those northern areas following the …
Corn Socks
Farmers are providing more than just food these days and Everett Griner tells us of some that are helpful. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists …
Good-by 2009
2009 was not one of the best years for farmers and Everett Griner tells us why. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Doha Talks
Today Everett Griner tells us what stronger stand the U.S. is taking. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, …
FL FFA to be Represented in Tournament of Roses Parade
The National FFA will have a float representing American Agriculture in this year’s Tournament of Roses Parade and Florida State President, Caitlyn Prichard, will be one of those participating. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding …
Highlands Citrus Group Focuses on Local Issues
Greening disease is a gigantic concern in Highlands County as it is in other citrus-producing counties; Highlands County Citrus Growers Association Executive Director Ray Royce discusses his growers’ approach to it in the first report. In the following reports, he addresses numerous local issues, including property appraisals and comprehensive plans, as well as funding of citrus research and advertising. Post …