Please see below for important information regarding the Operation Cleansweep program from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. This program has been funded through the end of 2019. READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Farm Management, Horticulture
Stone fruit is a term used for fruit like peaches, nectarines, and cherries that have a single seed or "stone" in them. All of these fruit normally require a much greater cold period in the winter to properly flower than Florida can provide. ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Horticulture, Pests & Disease
Here’s few tips to consider before you get started. There’s a lot to know, but you can learn it in advance to diving in. This will prevent you from making costly mistakes. Have a Business Plan Create a business plan that includes your ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Horticulture, Pests & Disease
Thanks to all our partners who helped make the first ever Central Florida Food Systems Tour on February 2nd, 2018 a huge success! The tour focused on the entire food system from production to processing, including marketing, distribution, accessibility ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Horticulture
The UF/IFAS Dept. of Food & Resource Economics is hosting the 3rd Annual Florida Agricultural Policy Outlook Conference at the UF/IFAS MREC, Apopka, FL, on February 21st from 9 am – 4 pm. You’ll be able to network with researchers, ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Crops, Farm Management, Horticulture, Livestock, Pests & Disease, Turf, Water
Beef production is a very fragmented and segregated industry. Unlike many production industries beef production has many different layers, each with its own risks. The state of Florida is known for its commercial or cow-calf production. These ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Farm Management, Livestock