Orlando, Fla. – The executive committee of the annual Florida Agriculture Financial Management Conference has officially announced the dates for this year’s conference on October 21 – 22, 2013 at the Omni Orlando Resort at Champions Gate.
Ag Commissioner Excited About the Future of Georgia Agriculture
Georgia Ag Commissioner Gary Black says that continued strong production of several commodities combined with recent diversification of crops leaves him excited about the future of agriculture in the state. Download Audio
Added Variety
Food stores carry larger selections these days. It makes it harder to decide just what you want to buy. Everett Griner looks into some of this. Download Audio
New Standards For Snacks And Beverages in Schools
School children will have healthier options to choose from in vending machines and snack bars. Download Audio
Nominations Open for Agriculture Institute of Florida’s AG-Vocate Award
The Agriculture Institute of Florida is taking nominations for their AG-Vocate Award, recognizing a single individual for his or her efforts to communicate effectively on behalf of the Florida agriculture industry. Download Audio
Light Can Change Flavor and Scent in Plants and Fruits
A new University of Florida study has revealed how specific light wavelengths can manipulate volatile compounds that control aroma and taste in several high-value crops. Download Audio
A Climb in Farm Production Spending in 2012
The Farm Production Expenditures report published by USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service shows U.S. farmers spent a record-high 351.8-billion dollars on agricultural production in 2012. Download Audio
National Farmers Market Week
This week is being celebrated as National Farmers Market Week as Anne Alonzo, administrator for the Agricultural Marketing Service, says the number of Farmers Markets continues to grow. Download Audio
Working to Balance Commodity Sensitivities During Ag Trade Negotiations
U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman says balancing trade sensitive issues is an important part of ag trade discussions. Download Audio
Technology
Everett Griner ponders…”Where do we go from here?” Download Audio