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USDA Under Secretary Provides Update on Processing of Farmer Bridge Assistance Payments

Now that Agricultural producers that were eligible for the Farmer Bridge Assistance payments have completed their applications for funds, we sat down with Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce to get an update on the status of these payments. Under Secretary Fordyce said, “ It’s been a big success. You know, we started, we kicked off sign up on …

What’s Next for CRAFT: A Q&A With Steven Hall
The Florida Legislature this year mandated the merger of two major Florida citrus research organizations: the Citrus Research and Field Trial Foundation (CRAFT) and the Citrus Research and Development Foundation (CRDF). CRAFT Executive Director Steven Hall recently answered questions about the merger. Q: What are the steps and timeframe for the merger? A: The legislation […]
Rootstocks May Hold Key to Boosting Citrus Fruit Nutrition
When citrus growers select a rootstock, they typically focus on traits such as tree vigor, yield potential, disease tolerance and adaptation to soil conditions. New research suggests there may be another important factor to consider: the nutritional quality of the fruit. A recent study in India found that rootstocks can significantly influence the mineral nutrient […]