Many in the Florida Citrus Industry are encouraging growers to participate in the Bactericide Survey. Doug Bournique, executive director of the Indian River Citrus League, explains why participation is important. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida …
World Food Prize Honors
The World Food Prize honors outstanding individuals who make vital contributions to improving the quality, quantity or availability of food throughout the world. Cathy Ism tells us about the sweet vegetable that helped 4 scientists receive worldwide recognition. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports …
La Nina Is Suddenly Here
We told you a few weeks ago that El Nino had ended and outlooks were suggesting a return for La Nina, a cooling of tropical Pacific waters that some view as the opposite of El Nino. The U.S. Climate Prediction Center forecast was for it to develop by year’s end, but some models said it could develop sooner. And according …
Fruit Fly Outbreak Costs Growers $4.1 Million
From the University of Florida/IFAS By: Brad Buck GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) economists estimate the Oriental fruit fly outbreak last year caused at least $4.1 million in direct crop damages in Miami-Dade County, but the damage could have been far worse, UF/IFAS researchers say. In the new report, UF/IFAS researchers and …
Senate Moving Ahead with GMO Labeling Bill Vote
The U.S. Senate has announced a vote has been scheduled for this afternoon on ending debate on the GMO labeling bill. The Senate already voted 68-29 to move ahead with debate and the crucial procedural vote on the bipartisan GMO labeling bill which is needed to pre-empt a patchwork of conflicting state laws with a national label of some kind. …
Results of Bactericide Survey to Be Released at Citrus Expo
The Citrus Research and Development Foundation (CRDF) is asking that all Florida citrus growers participate in the Bactericide Survey so that the industry can gain a better understanding of how these products are being used against HLB. And according to Harold Browning, CRDF’s chief operations officer, results of the survey will be released at Citrus Expo. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida …
Georgia Grown Moment – 4th of July Dishes
For this week’s Georgia Grown moment, we celebrate Independence Day with some fresh ideas for your 4th of July celebrations. Georgia Grown Executive Chef Holly Chute shares some innovative recipes using Georgia Grown products. Download Audio For more information about finding locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables, visit the Georgia Grown locator at www.georgiagrown.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending July 1, 2016
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we have the latest numbers concerning cotton and peanut acreage estimates, information for dairy producers who can now enroll for 2017 coverage in the Margin Protection Program, we talk drones, persimmons Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle …
Senate to Vote on GMO Labeling Bill Wednesday
U.S. Senate leadership has scheduled a vote next week on ending debate on the GMO labeling bill. The cloture vote is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. Eastern time Wednesday, according to the Senate schedule. The bill needs 60 votes for approval to end debate and head for final passage, before moving to the House of Representatives. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive …
Persimmon Comeback
Everett Griner talks about why the persimmon is making a comeback in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts …