Farmland Values & Weather News from USDA

Gary Cooper Alabama, Citrus, Cotton, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables, Weather

In this report, news about farmland values and more about the weather outlook ahead, from USDA’s radio team in Washington D C. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle …

Florida Agriculture Continues To Fuel Florida Economy

Gary Cooper Citrus, Florida, General, Sugar, Vegetables

Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Bronson discusses in this report the strengths of Florida agriculture for the state’s economy, even in times like these when other industries are down. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received …

COOL Gets Go Ahead

Gary Cooper Alabama, Citrus, Florida, General, Georgia, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Here are a couple recent reports about the Country of Origin Labelling Law that will soon go into effect nationwide. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

March Ag Weather Outlook

Gary Cooper Alabama, Citrus, Corn, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Vegetables, Weather

Here’s a big picture ag weather outlook for early March from USDA. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026

Monsanto Launches Genuity

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

ST. LOUIS (Feb. 25, 2009) – Monsanto has announced the launch of Genuity™, a family of traits designed to work together to enhance crop potential and simplify trait selection for farmers. The Genuity brand will differentiate and unify the agriculture company’s technology products under one platform and make it simpler for growers to select the traits best suited for their …

Selling Farm Products Directly to Consumers

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Corn, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Benefits of Selling Farm Products Directly to Consumers Nola Wilson, Marion County extension agent As Florida’s population continues to grow, there’s little doubt many newcomers arriving from other states are accustomed to buying products from local farmers. As a result, there are increasing numbers of potential customers you can reach directly, and numerous ways you can reach them—farmers’ markets, U-pick …

Organic Transition Workshops

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

FOG-IFAS Organic Transition Workshops GAINESVILLE, Fla. – (FOG/IFAS, February 23, 2009) Florida Organic Growers (FOG) will team up with the University of Florida IFAS to present two Organic Transition workshops in April: The workshops will be held on Wednesday, April 22 at the IFAS Extension facility in Homestead and Thursday, April 23 at the UF/IFAS Southwest Florida Research & Education …

Organic Certification Reimbursement

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Florida Farmers/Handlers Eligible for Organic Certification Reimbursement GAINESVILLE, FL – (UF/IFAS, February 23, 2009) Florida Certified Organic Growers and Consumers, Inc. (FOG) is accepting applications from certified organic growers and handlers in Florida for reimbursement of up to 75 percent of certification costs, or a maximum of $750. Reimbursement for certification costs paid between Oct. 1, 2008, and Sept. 30, …

Cold Lately, But Weather Watchers Say FL Could Be Dry Later

Gary Cooper Citrus, Florida, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables, Weather

In this report, Meteorlogist Brad Rippey discusses weather trends that could turn Florida’s unusually cool winter into unusually dry weather later on this spring. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, …

Buying Local Offers Opportunities for Farmers, Consumers

Gary Cooper Alabama, Citrus, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables, Weather

As it becomes more expensive to ship produce far distances, farmers all over the country are re-discovering how valuable local markets for fresh farm products can be, both for the farmers and consumers. Florida is the fourth most populous state in the nation, yet it remains a top ten state in ag production. This story from USDA explores the trend …