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Florida Projected Orange Production Unchanged
Florida Oranges (File)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture on Friday left unchanged a forecast for Florida orange production in the 2023-2024 growi [...]
Agritourism In Florida: Exploring The Ultimate Farm Experience And Sunshine State Agriculture
A farm field day at the North Florida Research and Education Center in Quincy, FL (UF/IFAS)
Florida, known for its sunny beaches and vibrant citie [...]
UF Study: About Half Of Florida Residents Are Not Aware Of Local Water Restrictions
Lawn Sprinklers (File)
Half of Florida residents don’t know about their local water restrictions, but those who are aware can be persuaded to abid [...]
Citizen Science Project Leads Volunteers To Live Healthier Lifestyles
Woman gardening, Courtesy, Tyler Jones, UF/IFAS photography.
Citizen scientists help researchers collect valid data. But University of Florida sci [...]
Hillsborough County Rewards Future Farmers During Popular Produce Contest
Produce Source: UF/IFAS
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. - Calling all junior gardeners! Registration is open for the 2024 Youth Vegetable and Fruit Show [...]
Florida Ag Commissioner Applauds After JPMorgan Chase, BlackRock Drop From U.N. Climate Alliance
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson (File)
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson issued a statement Friday following the new [...]
Florida ‘Food Recovery’ Programs Could Get Boost
Florida Garden (NSF)
A proposal aimed at helping what are known as “food recovery” programs, such as food banks, get discounted prices for fresh f [...]
Three Florida Family Farms Preserved Through The Rural And Family Lands Protection Program
Farm Source: File Photo
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced Monday the preservation of three family farms in the Florida [...]
Florida Citrus Industry Gets Sour Forecast
Florida Citrus. Source: UF Citrus
Federal officials Thursday reduced a forecast for Florida citrus production this growing season, dealing a setba [...]
Florida Ag Commissioner Simpson: $1M Approved Through Hurricane Idalia Recovery Loan Program
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson (File)
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced Friday that more than $1 milli [...]