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Fort Pierce, Flaphotos by JESS McDONALD

photos by POLK COUNTY FARM BUREAU

March 4, 2026Citra, Floridaphotos by CENTRAL FLORIDA MEDIA GROUP

On February 26, the UF/IFAS Extension Highlands County hosted an Ag Tour with stops at the Dundee Citrus Growers Association CUPS grove, Jeff Williams’ citrus grove with Biotech Applied Research explaining biochar, the Classic Caladiums warehouse, Barben Blueberry Farm, and Istokpoga Park. photos by JESSICA McDONALD

photos provided to Ag News The SEPC Southern Exposure Trade Show, hosted by the Southeast Produce Council, Inc., brought the industry’s best and brightest together in Orlando from February 26 through March 1. Held annually in Orlando, it brings together growers, shippers, importers, wholesalers, retailers, and service providers for networking, education, and business development. Attendees

photos by TOM HAGERTY

photos by TOM HAGERTY

February 14, Bartow Photos by TOM HAGERTY