In the first report, Florida Department of Citrus Executive Director Ken Keck says with dollars tough to find for citrus research at both state and federal levels, lawmakers in both arenas look to growers and industry to put up some of the funds needed for citrus research. In the second report, Keck discusses the study by FDOC staff to see …
FCIRCC Looks at Indirect Federal Funding for Citrus Industry
The citrus industry is included as a specialty crop in the 2007 Farm Bill, and in this report, John Jackson from the FCIRCC explains that when research is conducted for other specialty crops, it may also benefit citrus in an indirect way as well. Report (1:13 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, …
Industry in Agreement: Canker and Greening are Top Priority
In this report John Jackson, FCIRCC, explains that it is very encouraging to know that all parties involved with the Florida citrus industry see citrus canker and greening as the main issue to focus on at this point. Report (1:14 wma) Listen to other comments on the box tax rate proposals Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for …
Citrus Dept Meets with Gulf Growers About Budget & Taxes
In an effort to engage Florida citrus growers about marketing initiatives and budget discussions, Florida Department of Citrus representatives met with growers in southwest Florida this week to discuss the tax proposals for the 2007-2008 harvest season. Gulf Citrus Growers Association Executive Ron Hamel comments in this report. Report (1:28 wma) Sponsoring this news report: Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Jackson: Box Tax Proposals Positive Step Forward for FCIRCC
In this report John Jackson, FCIRCC, explains that the research box tax will help the Florida Citrus Industry Research Coordinating Council move forward with citrus research that has been struggling due to lack of funds. Report (:55 wma) Listen to other comments on the box tax rate proposals Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary …
2007 Citrus Expo- Managing Today’s Risks for Tomorrow’s Profits
Mark your calendars for August 22-23, 2007 for the 16th Annual Citrus Expo. This year’s Expo includes seminar speakers from Brazil, Australia, and South Afica covering topics including information on citrus greening disease, the re-establishment of citrus nursery rootstocks, and grove replanting plans into the future. A complimentary Country Cracker Cookout will be offered each day for breakfast and lunch, …
Research Funding Could Be Affected by Box Tax Proposal
John Jackson, FCIRCC, explains in this report that no matter what decision is made for the new box tax rate, research funding will be greatly affected. Report (1:28 wma) Listen to other comments on the box tax rate proposals Sponsoring this news report: Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Fresh Fruit Shipping Rule is Priority for USDA-APHIS
Southeast AgNet’s Gary Cooper spoke with Ron DeHaven, USDA-APHIS, while on a recent trip to Washington, DC. DeHaven says that the Fresh Fruit Shipping Rule is on the top of their list to finalize. Report (1:15 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle …
FDOC Keeping Grapefruit Reserves in Mind During Box Tax Debates
Ken Keck, FDOC, talks in this report about the items the department has to consider, including grapefruit juice reserves, while making decisions on a new box tax rate. Report (1:12 wma) Listen to other comments on the box tax rate proposals Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable …
Indian River Citrus League Members Discuss Box Tax Rate Proposal
In this report, Doug Bournique, IRCL Executive Vice President, talks about the meeting his members held to discuss the FDOC’s box tax proposals. Bournique says that the growers on the east coast are having mixed emotions at this point. Report (1:13 wma) Listen to other comments on the box tax rate proposals Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research …