From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: TALLAHASSEE, Fla.–Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam issued the following statement regarding President Obama’s executive action restricting gun rights: “Our right to bear arms is enshrined in our U.S. Constitution, yet President Obama has again circumvented Congress with this executive action, infringing on Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research …
TPP Countries Plan to Sign Formal Deal Next Month
According to a report, the 12 countries included in the Trans-Pacific Partnership are seeking to sign a formal agreement in February. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, …
Immokalee Center Dedication Packs the House
UF/IFAS dedicates new expansion to its SWFREC in Immokalee Center Director Calvin Arnold welcomed a standing-room-only crowd at the expansion dedication celebration for the University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Southwest Florida Research and Education Center (SWFREC) in Immokalee. The expanded facility will greatly enhance the center’s capabilities in support of citrus, vegetable and other specialty crop …
Springs Backers Seek Water Policy Changes
FROM THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA By JIM TURNER THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, January 4, 2016………. An advocacy group for Florida’s natural springs has outlined concerns with a major water-policy bill that is expected to be quickly approved during the upcoming 2016 legislative session. The Florida Springs Council, a consortium of 35 organizations, is telling lawmakers what changes are needed to …
Tickets Now on Sale for Feb. 9 Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame Banquet
From the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame: TAMPA, Fla. (Jan. 4, 2016) — Tickets are on sale for the 37th annual Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame banquet on Feb. 9, which will honor four inductees who have made invaluable contributions to Florida agriculture. The banquet, which each year celebrates the accomplishments of industry leaders who have served in research, education …
Duvall Running for American Farm Bureau President
The country’s top farmers and ranchers will meet in Orlando, Florida for the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) annual convention and IDEAg Trade Show, January 8-11. A new AFBF president will be chosen during the event and one of those candidates is from the Southeast, Georgia Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall. He’s had a chance to travel across the country …
TPP Hinges on Japan and U.S. Approval
Finalizing the Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement hinges on approval from Japan and the United States, according to Japan Today. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement …
FAWN and Cold Protection
Many citrus growers and other farmers use the Florida Automated Weather Network (FAWN) to help determine when to use cold protection. FAWN Director Rick Lusher discusses new developments for cold protection and other FAWN features. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida …
Robert J. (Bob) Barben Memorial Service Set
Citrus grower Bob Barben of Highlands County died December 29. The following announcement was made by Highlands County Citrus Growers Association (HCCGA): As most of you are probably already aware, one of our association’s founding members, Robert J. (Bob) Barben passed away on December 29 at the age of 95 after a very distinguished life and career in the Florida …
2016 Florida Citrus Show
The Indian River Citrus League is hosting the annual Florida Citrus Show on January 27-28, 2016 at the Havert L. Fenn Center in Fort Pierce. The two-day event will feature educational seminars, certification programs, a trade show and much more. To pre-register for the 2016 Florida Citrus Show, go to www.citrusshow.com. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research …