Florida farmers are urged to register now to assure their views are heard and considered at three EPA public hearings scheduled for mid-February. These hearings will address new numeric nutrient water standards EPA is announcing this week that could dramatically impact agriculture’s ability to operate in the state of Florida, and Florida is the ONLY state singled out for this …
Putnam Leads Delegation Request for Quick Aid to Florida’s Farmers
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
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
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
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
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 ContentFlorida Cattle Industry …
Freeze Delivers $100-million Blow to FL Specialty Crops
The worst of the long freeze may be over, but damage assessments show large losses to several of Florida’s specialty crops. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle …
Slow Cookers on the Fast Track
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 ContentFlorida 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 Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment …
Ag Connect Expo Starts Tomorrow
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 ContentFlorida 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 …
FL NRCS Says Apply Now for FRPP
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 ContentFlorida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For …