Are veggies replacing meat on the grill? If so, why? Everett Griner has this report.
Development of Produce Tattoos
Those small and sometimes inconvenient sticky labels on produce may eventually be replaced by laser “tattoo” technology now being tested by Agricultural Research Service and University of Florida scientists.
Aquaculture Funding Assited AL Producers at the Right Time
Alabama Agriculture Commissioner Ron Sparks says that USDA’s recent funding for the Aquaculture Industry came at a very critical time.
A Look at Produce Acreage
Growers are planting fewer fresh vegetable acreage this year, but processed veggie contracts are up.
Crop Forecasting
2009 cutbacks are anticipated. Everett Griner explains.
MIL Rewards Growers with Water and Cost Savings
With assistance from the South West Florida Water Management District and FL NRCS, proactive steps have been made in addressing Florida’s water quantity issues with the Mobile Irrigation Laboratory.
FFB Rallies Against Climate Change Legislation
The Florida Farm Bureau Federation recently participated in a rally against the the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009.
Ag in Review for the Week of August 24, 2009
A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast .
Proposed School Salad Bar Legislation
The Children’s Fruit and Vegetable Act is expected to be proposed in the House this September.
New Seed Test for Watermelon Fruit Blotch
Scientist have developed a new test that can detect watermelon fruit blotch in smaller trace amounts than previously thought.