Syfrett Ranch in Highlands and Glades counties. Photo by Wildpath

Florida Ag Commissioner Simpson Announces Preservation Of Over 100,000 Acres Of Agricultural Lands

With the recent formalization of rural land easements on Adams Ranch and Buck Island Ranch, which were previously authorized by the Governor and Cabinet, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced Monday that the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program has successfully safeguarded in excess…

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Bill Could Clear Way For Farmworker Housing

Florida’s agriculture industry hopes a newly passed bill that would limit local regulations on farmworker housing will bolster efforts to bring in more non-immigrant foreign workers. The bill (SB 1082), which lawmakers unanimously passed, would prevent cities and counties from taking steps to “inhibit” construction…

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A farm field day at the North Florida Research and Education Center in Quincy, FL (UF/IFAS)

Agritourism In Florida: Exploring The Ultimate Farm Experience And Sunshine State Agriculture

Florida, known for its sunny beaches and vibrant cities, is also home to a thriving agritourism industry. Agritourism combines agriculture and tourism, offering visitors an opportunity to experience the beauty of the state’s farms, nurseries, and ranches while enjoying various activities and purchasing local produce.…

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UF Study: About Half Of Florida Residents Are Not Aware Of Local Water Restrictions

Half of Florida residents don’t know about their local water restrictions, but those who are aware can be persuaded to abide by them, new University of Florida research shows. Water restrictions can be set by cities, counties and the state’s water management districts. But if…

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Woman gardening, Courtesy, Tyler Jones, UF/IFAS photography.

Citizen Science Project Leads Volunteers To Live Healthier Lifestyles

Citizen scientists help researchers collect valid data. But University of Florida scientists wanted to know how citizen-science projects change the volunteers. In a newly published study, a project involving urban gardening led participants to adopt healthier lifestyles. For the study, Catherine Campbell, a UF/IFAS assistant…

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Hillsborough County Rewards Future Farmers During Popular Produce Contest

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – Calling all junior gardeners! Registration is open for the 2024 Youth Vegetable and Fruit Show hosted by Hillsborough County Extension Service.  Show off your fruits, vegetables, and herbs to win cash prizes! The 2024 Youth Vegetable and Fruit Show brings together…

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Florida Ag Commissioner Applauds After JPMorgan Chase, BlackRock Drop From U.N. Climate Alliance

Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson issued a statement Friday following the news of JPMorgan Chase and BlackRock withdrawing from the United Nation’s Net-Zero Banking Alliance, This is a climate initiative focused on “combating global warming through corporate sustainability agreements.” However, Commissioner Simpson blasted the alliance…

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