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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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