October brings the seasonal opening of many community farmers’ markets throughout the state and the kickoff of Florida’s fall fruit and vegetable harvest. For a list of community farmers’ markets in the state, click here. Report (:45 wma)
Cattle Marketing & Production Tips
University of Florida Economist Tim Hewitt reminds cattle producers to plan for both production & marketing.  Report (1:00 wma)
Farm Labor Not Addressed By Candidates
Florida Agricutlure Commissioner Charles Bronson was surprised that farm labor was not addressed at last week’s Agribusiness Candidates Forum. Report (1:00 wma)
Census of Aquaculture Numbers
USDA’s National Ag Statistics Service released the first Census of Aquaculture this week showing a billion dollar industry. Read the report here. AL Aquacutlure Report (1:30 wma) FL Aquaculture Report (1:30 wma)
FL Beef Council Using Nutrition Kit for Youngsters
Getting the nutrition message to school aged children is one task the Florida Beef Council has been doing through the use of specially made kits. Â Report (1:00 wma)
National 4H Week in Florida
More than 240,000 4-H participants in Florida will share their accomplishments within their communities this week to celebrate National 4-H Week. Counties across the state will also observe the week with proclamations, community service activities and events. Report (:30 wma)
Empty Chairs at Ag Candidates Forum
Some Florida ag leaders were disappointed by the empty chairs at the Agribusiness Institute candidates forum. Report (1:00 wma) Report (1:30 wma)