South Florida Experiences Driest October on Record

Randall Weiseman Florida, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Vegetables, Weather

West Palm Beach, FL — With little rainfall in recent weeks, meteorologists from the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) reported that last month was the driest October in South Florida since recordkeeping began in 1932. The low monthly rainfall total, coupled with seasonal forecasts of exceptionally dry conditions, underscores the need for water conservation to protect the region’s limited …

Fresh From Florida Logo Incentive Program

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The Florida Department of Agriculture is encouraging growers and packers to use the Fresh from Florida logo on packaging or decals, by offering financial incentives. For more information, visit the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration …

Showcasing Fluid Power Technology at AG CONNECT Expo 2011

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Sugar

Agribusiness professionals who want to know more about the latest technology that keeps their machinery running and productive can explore their interests in depth at AG CONNECT Expo 2011. The agriculture trade show today announced the addition of an International Fluid Power Exposition (IFPE) exhibit pavilion, sponsored by the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA). Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In …

Bronson Confident in Putnam’s Ability to Lead FL Agriculture

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops

Florida Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Charles Bronson and Commissioner-Elect Adam Putnam are in the midst of the transition process and Bronson says he confident that he is leaving Florida Agriculture in good hands. 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 …

Work on Citrus Issues Among Accomplishments for Hall of Famer

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Specialty Crops

Florida Farm Bureau’s Pat Cockrell will be inducted into the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame coming up in February of 2011 and Cockrell’s 30 plus years of work with the bureau has allowed him to be a part of addressing a lot of challenges for Florida’s Ag industry, especially when it comes to citrus. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers …

Sunbelt Ag Expo May be Over, But Work Is Not Done

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Energy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

Last month’s 2010 Sunbelt Ag Expo may be long marked off the calendar for many producers, at least until next year’s event rolls around again on October 18-20, 2011. But the work is far from being over for farm manager, Michael Williams. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, …

NARBA Holding Convention at SE Regional Fruit & Veggie Conference

Randall Weiseman Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The North American Raspberry & Blackberry Association will hold their 2011 National Conference and Annual Meeting in Savannah on January 5 – 7. NARBA has been holding a regional meeting in Savannah, in conjunction with the SE Regional Conference, for the last several years. In 2011 the North American Blackberry & Raspberry Conference will feature an expanded program with an …

FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on Ag Environmental Award Winners

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Energy, FL Commissioner Report, Florida, Forestry, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight from Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson is about the 2010 Commissioner’s Agricultural-Environmental Leadership Awards that were presented during the Florida Farm Bureau Federation’s annual meeting in Daytona Beach on October 15th. More information is available online by clicking on “Ag Environmental Awards.” Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida …

FL Ag Commissioner-Elect Putnam Announces Transition Leaders

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, FL Commissioner Report, Florida, Forestry, General, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Sugar

BARTOW, Fla. – Today, Commissioner-Elect Adam Putnam announced his Transition Team Co-chairs. Former CIA Director and Congressman Porter Goss, Ambassador John Rood, Former House Speaker Allan Bense and Tracy Duda Chapman will lead the effort with additional transition personnel announcements expected next week. Putnam also named Trey McCarley to staff the Transition as Executive Director. The website, www.freshfromflorida.com, has also …

Ag in Review for the Week of November 1, 2010

Randall Weiseman Agri View, Alabama, Cattle, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Podcast, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast . 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 …