University of Florida plant pathologist Megan Dewdney reviews HLB research presented by scientists from around the world at a recent international HLB conference in Orlando. Microbials, nutritional programs and detection methods are some of the topics she addresses. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Rural America’s customer-owned lending partner. Phone toll free 1-800-432-4156 Click here to contact Farm …
Kate Conover Dominates $50,000 East Meets West Hunter Challengerix at HITS
OCALA, FL (March 17, 2013) – East Coast hunter riders went to bats with their West Coast rivals Saturday in the highly-anticipated $50,000 East Meets West Hunter Challenge, where Kate Conover rode to first and second-place honors. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New …
Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight on Meeting Florida’s Water Needs
On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about the role of planning in meeting the growing water needs of the Sunshine State. More information is available online by clicking on Agricultural Water Policy Download Audio You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook and Twitter. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement …
Ag Values
There are new statistics on agriculture. Everett Griner tells us about them. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida 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, 2026
EPA Approves Expansion of Florida’s Control Over Water Standards
From: The News Service of Florida – Florida’s control over water standard levels would expand to nearly all of its waterways under an agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Friday. The deal, which expands upon an agreement reached in November, would give the Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, …
Voices of the Hungry Project
In an effort to capture a more timely and precise picture of hunger around the world – the U.S. Food and Agriculture Organization will soon begin testing a new way of measuring food security. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World …
Florida Cattlemen President Pleased with Legislative Event
Woody Larson, president of the Florida Cattlemen’s Association, was pleased with their legislative quarterly meeting this week in Tallahassee as he said this is is the most important event they attend each year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm …
Commissioner Adam Putnam on EPA Water Quality Agreement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Statement by FL Commissioner Putnam on EPA Water Quality Agreement Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam released the following statement today, after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency agreed to allow Florida to set standards to ensure the state’s waterways are clean and safe. “The agreement by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to defer to the State of …
Vale Takes First and Fourth-Place Ribbons in $25,000 SmartPak Grand Prix
OCALA, FL (March 15, 2013) – As the last week of HITS Ocala turns on the warm weather for a spectacular finale, Aaron Vale got the excitement started early on with a win in Thursday’s $25,000 SmartPak Grand Prix, presented by Zoetis, aboard Zippo II, owned by 2VR Showjumpers. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps …
Florida Peanut Producers Hold Annual Meeting
The 38th Annual Membership Meeting of the Florida Peanut Producers Association took place last night in Marianna, as a big crowd enjoyed the always favorite smoked steak dinner. Two people who have served the association for many years saw their terms end last night as Damon Sandlin of Williston and Larry Ford of Greenwood both were recognized for their years …