We told you a few weeks ago that new technology was being tested by several farmers to see if it saves water usage. The technology allows farmers to access soil-moisture readings right from their phones, with updates every three hours. Kelley Morgan, professor of soil and water science with the University of Florida/IFAS, explains how this works. Download Audio Sponsored …
Avocado Irrigation App Should Save Money, Water
From: University of Florida/IFAS Avocado growers now know that a University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences mobile irrigation app works well to save money while maintaining crop yields. This data, reported in a new study, is critical for an industry that has a $100 million a year economic impact on Florida. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands …
Biggest Fresh Summit Convention & Expo Ever
The Produce Marketing Association’s (PMA) 2016 Fresh Summit Convention & Expo kicked off today and runs through Sunday in Orlando, Florida. Attendees will be able to find fresh product and business ideas at every turn, from education to the expo. PMA CEO Brian Silbermann says it is the biggest one ever. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the …
Rubio on Importance of Citrus Industry
A good crowd was on hand Wednesday at the Dark Hammock Legacy Ranch near Lake Placid to hear the first citrus crop forecast of the season from USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. One of those in attendance was Florida Senator Marco Rubio, who talked with Southeast AgNet about the importance of agriculture to Florida, and the downward turn the citrus …
Corn Production Estimates Lowered – Soybean Record Production Increased
The Agriculture Department’s October crop reports adjust record corn production slightly lower, and adds to a record production total for soybeans. Rod Bain has those and other numbers from today’s reports. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, …
Citrus Crop Forecast Live Coverage on Wednesday
Wednesday is when citrus industry members will gather at the Dark Hammock Legacy Ranch to hear the first citrus crop forecast of the season from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. The forecast will be released at twelve-noon and can be heard on our Southeast AgNet radio network affiliate stations across the citrus growing region and on …
2016 Fresh Summit Convention & Expo Starts Friday
In case you were wondering, the Produce Marketing Association’s (PMA) 2016 Fresh Summit Convention & Expo is still on. The annual event will be held October 14-16 in Orlando, Florida. Some had wondered if Hurricane Matthew might have changed those plans, but PMA’s vice president of industry relations, Kathy Means, says the event is still on. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida …
Citrus Industry is a Group of Fighters
As cleanup for many in Florida is underway after Hurricane Matthew, many in the citrus industry are reporting only minor damage. Heavy winds did cause some fruit drop in the Indian River citrus area. But according to Florida Citrus Mutual spokesman Andrew Meadows, the amount of drop was “not catastrophic.” Meadows said some Indian River growers and packers told Mutual …
Fresh Summit Still Plans to Hold Event Next Week
The Produce Marketing Association’s (PMA) 2016 Fresh Summit Convention & Expo is scheduled to take place next week in Orlando, Florida. But some wonder if Hurricane Matthew will change those plans. According to Kathy Means, vice president of industry relations for PMA, the event is still on. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work …
USDA Post Hurricane Help May Be There for Fruit Growers and Others
Many specialty crop growers could feel the effects of Hurricane Matthew. While these may not be crops that are covered by USDA safety net programs, Gary Crawford reports you may still be able to get post hurricane help from USDA. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida …