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Ever since the first case of citrus greening was detected in Florida in 2005, the citrus industry in the state has been struggling. Naturally, the search for solutions to the problems of greening is on, with various research labs and numerous growers all searching for an answer.  Among these groups is the Citrus Research and […]

Florida citrus growers have been struggling with dwindling yearly harvests and lower quality due to HLB, so researchers have been on the hunt for orange-like citrus hybrids that could offer both quality and HLB tolerance for both the juice and fresh fruit markets. Research is ongoing through multiple channels to develop, test, and release orange-like

  Generations’ worth of goods at Crutchfield Family Groves is being sold at auction! The 1,420 acres in 76 parcels will be sold for the Crutchfield Family on August 27 at Circle Theatre in Sebring. This sale will include commercial land, residential land, groves, farmland, waterfront, U.S. 27 frontage, and U.S. 98 frontage. This is

The summer weather has its advantages for horse owners, such as lower hay bills due to increased pasture grass, shorter hair coats to maintain, and longer daylight hours. Despite these benefits, there are some challenges that come with the heat and extra sunshine. Here’s how to tackle some common ones:   Hydration It’s important to

Tracking genetics is nothing new to agriculture. In fact, the science of genetics is traced back to an Austrian friar tracking traits of pea plants. Scientists have followed genetic traits in cattle to identify which produce more milk or meat. But now, two University of Florida researchers hope to incorporate artificial intelligence (or “AI”) to

It’s July, which is usually a slow news month; however, this time there’s a bit of news.   In the coming months, I will step down as owner-operator and president of Adams Cold Storage as our company transitions to join Cold-Link Logistics. I will remain onsite during the transition, but afterward, will be stepping away

Citrus growers concerned that UF/IFAS’ nutrient recommendation rates pertaining to BMPs (best management practices) may have been based on outdated research will be happy to hear that SB 1000, known as the Nutrient Application Rates bill, was signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis. The changes created by the bill went into effect on July 1. Here’s

I recently had the opportunity to be on the road in Missouri and attend a Saturday country livestock market auction. Since I went to events like this in my youth, it brought back the memories and excitement of community auctions. There are still a number of them across the farming communities of America where you

Here in Central Florida, we are preparing to enter the wetter part of the year. While this is great for our pasture grass, we usually have excess water remaining in the low lying/swamp areas. Extended periods of heavy rain can lead to soggy paddocks and pastures. If there isn’t appropriate drainage, horses can be left

Well, Memorial Day came and went, and lo and behold, it’s June, which means Hurricane Season.   According to the folks who follow these things, 2022 is expected to have 14 to 21 named storms, including six to 10 hurricanes and three to six “major” hurricanes (those with sustained winds of at least 111 miles