Putnam Leads Delegation Request for Quick Aid to Florida’s Farmers

Dan Citrus, Corn, Field Crops, Florida, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

WASHINGTON – Congressman Adam Putnam has gathered strong bi-partisan support from Florida’s congressional delegation for speedy federal reaction to the severe cold weather which appears to have done significant damage to much of Florida’s agriculture. After a week’s worth of freezing temperatures across most of the state Putnam anticipates that a formal request from the state for emergency assistance will …

Rooney Urges Swift Action from USDA for Freeze Victims

Dan Citrus, Corn, Field Crops, General, Nursery Crops, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables, Weather

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Rooney (R-Fla.) joined members of the Florida Congressional Delegation urging Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to act promptly to assist Florida agriculture growers recover from damage caused by the recent freeze. “I have been in contact with local farmers since last week, and I have been working with Florida’s Congressional Delegation to ensure the …

FL Ag Commissioner Lauds Company for Pesticide Stewardship

Dan Citrus, Florida, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

TALLAHASSEE — Florida Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Charles H. Bronson has named Dow Agrosciences as the winner of the 2009 Commissioner’s Award for Pesticide Stewardship for programs that promote safe and environmentally friendly pesticide use. The award will be presented to representatives of Dow at today’s meeting of the Pesticide Review Council. The Commissioner’s Award for Pesticide Stewardship was …

Farm Bureau Asks Members to Speak Out at EPA Water Hearings

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Dairy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

Ag Policy Bulletin-ACTION ISSUE: On January 14, 2010, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will propose numeric nutrient criteria for flowing waters in the State of Florida. EPA will hold public hearings throughout the state on February 16, 17, and 18. Florida Farm Bureau Federation is asking that members attend and participate in the public hearings. It is imperative …

GA Gov Optimistic Water Deal Coming Soon, Crist Unsure

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

From THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA – By KEITH LAING THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, Jan. 12, 2009…After huddling last month with Gov. Charlie Crist and Alabama Gov. Bob Riley to renew efforts to resolve a long-standing water dispute, Georgia Gov. Sonny Perdue has hinted a deal could be in the pipes, though Florida officials are more cautious. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® …

Slow Cookers on the Fast Track

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Florida, Georgia, Pork, Poultry, Vegetables

Slow cookers have enjoyed enduring popularity and now with a renewed interest in economical home meal preparation and healthy eating they are simmering again. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Ag Connect Expo Starts Tomorrow

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

Farmers from across the Southeast are invited to be a part of the industry’s newest event, Ag Connect Expo, which starts Wednesday in Orlando, Florida. Learn more and register now at www.agconnect.com Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

FL NRCS Says Apply Now for FRPP

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

USDA‘s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida reminds producers they are now accepting proposals for the Farm and Ranch Lands Protection Program. For more information contact Ronald Howard, Florida FRPP State Program Manager at 352-338-9508, or log on to http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs/frpp/ Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Strawberry Plants Doing Well Despite Continued Freezing Temps

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables, Weather

In this report, we check in with Ted Campbell with the Florida Strawberry Growers Association who says the growers are feeling very optimistic after continuing to endure several hours freezing temperatures. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024