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October 12th Proclaimed as Farmers Day in Alabama

Dan September 24, 2025 Agri-Business, Alabama, Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI), Economy, Events

Governor Kay Ivey Proclaims October 12 as Farmer’s Day in Alabama Farmers across Alabama are getting long-overdue recognition thanks to a new statewide observance. Last week, Governor Kay Ivey officially proclaimed October 12th as Farmer’s Day in Alabama, joined by Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries Commissioner Rick Pate. We spoke with Commissioner Pate to learn what inspired this important …

Florida Citrus Commission Exercises Rights to Varieties
The Florida Citrus Commission (FCC) on Sept. 17 approved a Florida Department of Citrus (FDOC) request to exercise the right to eight new varieties from the Florida Foundation Seed Producers (FFSP). The FCC, which governs the FDOC, will retain exclusive rights to the varieties for eight years. The varieties are recognized for attributes beneficial to […]
The Relationship Between Snails and Weeds Needs Research
The preference of Bulimulus bonariensis snails to feed on weeds in citrus groves does not necessarily imply that increased weed management will lead to a reduction in pest populations. This relationship requires further research by Lauren Diepenbrock, University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) assistant professor and entomologist. “It’s something I think […]

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