FDACS Hopes to “Save the Guac” From Threatening Avocado Pest

Dan Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

TALLAHASSEE — Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles H. Bronson, like many people, enjoys fresh Florida guacamole and wants the public to know that a plant disease called laurel wilt is threatening one of its host trees, the Florida avocado. The Department’s Division of Plant Industry (DPI) has created a “Save the Guac” campaign to educate the public about this disease and …

FSA Computer Application Upgraded

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops

USDA’s Farm Service Agency’s Direct Loan System computer application has been upgraded to now provide Internet-based technology for all loan-making and loan-servicing processes. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025

Three “Century Pioneer” Florida Family Farms Recognized

Dan Florida, General

TALLAHASSEE — Florida Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Charles H. Bronson today announced that three Florida properties are being designated as Century Pioneer Family Farms. Recognition in the program means the families have maintained continuous ownership of the property for at least 100 years. The families whose properties are being recognized are Claude and Sandra Starling, Donald and Margaret Hurst, …

Hidden Benefits to the Gardening Trend

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Vegetables

More people are taking up gardening which could have hidden benefits to the agricultural community. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025

No Action on Estate Taxes

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Cotton, Field Crops, General, Livestock, Peanuts

Laws concerning the estate tax, or death tax as some know it, are still a major concern for many in agriculture as Tyron Spearman looks at what one group is hoping will happen with that issue. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical …

Message Backfires

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Dairy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

A Governor’s intentions rile some farmers, and Everett Griner tells us just what caused this. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025

FL Blueberry Deal Running Late

Randall Weiseman Florida, General, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

A later than normal Florida blueberry deal is bringing smaller production, slow harvesting and high prices. Download Audio For more on this story visit The Packer website. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025

America’s Great Outdoor Initiative

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

President Barack Obama has signed a Presidential Memorandum establishing the America’s Great Outdoors Initiative. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025

Last Call for Public Comments on EPA Nutrient Standards

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Cotton, Dairy, Equine, Field Crops, Florida, General, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Poultry, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

With the recently released study indicating that the costs of meeting EPA’s proposed numeric water nutrient standards for Florida waters will be significantly higher than federal estimates, Ag Commissioner, Charles Bronson is urging residents and stakeholders to voice their concerns as the public comment period for the proposed rule closes Wednesday, April 28. Written comments can be submitted several ways: …

Weather Changes

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Weather

The environmental changes are still questionable. Everett Griner tells us how. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025