There has been a growing concern about the amount of time kids are now spending outdoors and in these three reports we will review a recent survey regarding the subject conducted by the forestry and natural resources community. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …
Particle Size and Speed Count in Low-Volume Citrus Sprays
Growers must adhere to particle size regulations when using low-volume sprays to control the HLB-transmitting Asian citrus psyllid. In the first report below, University of Florida entomologist Lukasz Stelinski tells how Sept. 15 and Sept. 16 low-volume applicator calibration rodeos in Florida can help growers adhere to particle size restrictions. In the second report, Stelinski discusses speed and safety issues …
UF IFAS Offering Horse Management Classes
The University of Florida IFAS will be offering a 4-session short course on horse management which John Atkins with the Santa Rosa County Extension office said anyone interested is welcome to attend. 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 …
A Creepy Problem
Pythons in the Everglades. Everett Griner tells us just how this is a growing problem. 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
SFWMD Proposing to Cut Mobile Irrigation Lab Funding
The South Florida Water Management District is considering a proposal to drop funding for Mobile Irrigation Labs. Charles Shinn Assistant Director of Government and Community Affairs with the Florida Farm Bureau Federation, says the project has achieved great conservation strides in the agricultural community. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …
New Study Reveals Negative Impacts of Waxman-Markey Bill
A new study ordered by U.S. Senator Saxby Chambliss has revealed negative impacts of climate change legislation. 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
Waiting on Certified Peanut Acres
When it comes to certified peanut acres, Tyron Spearman says not all states have reported yet this year. 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
FL Commissioners Spotlight on H1N1 Influenza
This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight from Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson is on the continued use by many of the misleading and inaccurate term, “swine flu” when referring to the current H1N1 influenza pandemic. More information is available online by clicking on H1N1. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Citrus Low-Volume Sprays for Psyllid, HLB Control Addressed
Low-volume pesticide sprays to control the psyllid that spreads HLB, or citrus greening disease, have become very popular with many growers. However, there are special considerations for low-volume sprays; University of Florida entomologist Lukasz Stelinski addresses some of them in these reports. He tells why low-volume sprays are so popular and discusses spraying only every other row, cutting pesticide application …
Eating Out or Microwaving
Today Everett Griner tells us just how the cooking art is disappearing. 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