We’re hearing from numerous contacts that the Florida Dept of Business & Professional Regulation may be ramping up its enforcement measures in the wake of the recent cold snaps affecting Florida agriculture. Our sources say at least sixteen investigators have been placed in agriculturally significant areas of the state to ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws. Investigators …
Farm Bureau Members “Tell Farm Story” on Food Checkout Day
In Ocala in Marion County, Florida, local Farm Bureau members host a “Food Checkout Day” event at a local SweetBay supermarket, paying for the groceries for one lucky shopper each hour during the promotion to help make a point. In these reports, Marion County Farm Bureau President Chris Reese says there is good reason the event takes place in February, …
Deadline Looms for Digital Conversion of TV Signal
TALLAHASSEE (FDACS)- Florida Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Charles H. Bronson today reminded citizens that they could be without television reception as early as next week as a result of the conversion of the broadcast industry from analog airwaves to digital. While the federal government recently delayed the deadline for the switch until June 12, some television stations plan to …
Regional Water Council Selections Made
The Regional Water Council selections have been finalized and are broken out into the 10 various regions outlined in the Comprehensive Statewide Water Plan approved by the General Assembly last year. Lieutenant Governor Casey Cagle says that the water plan is putting Georgia ahead of the game. For more information and a list of the appointments and a map of …
More Ethanol Blended into Gasoline?
Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack says he would like to see the ethanol blend rate into gasoline raised from the current rate of 10 percent. Visack would like the Environmental Protection Agency to look into the possible increase with backup study effects done by the Agricultural Department Secretary Vilsack says increasing the ethanol blend rate would help a struggling ethanol …
Brazil Trip Planned for Late May For Interested FL Citrus Folks
IFAS SPONSORED TOUR OF THE CITRUS INDUSTRY OF BRAZIL: We look forward to some of our radio listeners, website visitors and Citrus Industry Magazine readers joining us on this upcoming citrus study trip to Brazil. It’s another excellent opportunity for meaningful visits and study as the Florida Extension Service will be conducting a tour to visit the citrus industry in …
New Agricultural Web Site Targeted at Consumers
The American Farm Bureau Federation has launched a web site targeted at consumers. The site, Your Agriculture, is aimed at educating the non-farming public about agriculture issues, farmers and ranchers and the food, fiber and fuel they grow. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary …
Putnam Discusses “economic recovery plan” & Commish Race
Central Florida Congressman Adam Putnam was featured speaker at last week’s Peace River Valley Citrus Growers Association annual banquet, and before his address to the crowd gathered for it in Arcadia, we asked for his thoughts on the so-called “economic recovery plan” working its way through Congress, and about his plans to run for Florida Commissioner of Agriculture in 2010. …
Red Ambrosia Beetle Threatens Avocados & Other S E Plant Species
The red ambrosia beetle threatens several species of plants important to the southeastern U S according to USDA, including red bay and sasafrass trees in Georgia and South Carolina, and avocado trees in Florida. Hear more in this report. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion …
New Web Page Shows Which FL Products Are In Season
TALLAHASSEE (FDACS)– More and more consumers are discovering the benefits of eating fresh fruits, vegetables and seafood at the peak of their harvest season. After all, in-season products are fresher and tastier, they provide optimal nutritional value, they encourage a diverse diet in harmony with nature’s production cycle, and are often more economical. A new web page launched by the …