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Have you ever bought a stock, and almost immediately it started increasing in price, at which point you’re pleased that you have a nice gain!  Then, something happens in the news or the market that makes you nervous so you go ahead and sell this stock to realize the gain.  A few months go by, […]

Your job is tough enough.  Why make it tougher wearing a lousy pair of work boots?  Last month, I wrote about how poorly constructed work boots provide insufficient support and cause unnecessary pressure on your ankles, knees and lower back.  I also outlined the costs this would have on your productivity, say nothing about the

The Bob Dorough song says that “3” is the magic number, but at Adam’s Cold Storage, the magic number is 41 for refrigerated foods.   While ACS only handles packaged or cased products, we are trained and experienced in identifying the 12 hazards named by the Food Safety Modernization Act. One way we prevent the

“Agriculture is the greatest and fundamentally the most important of our industries. The cities are but the branches of the tree of national life, the roots of which go deeply into the land. We all flourish or decline with the farmer.”  —Bernard Baruch American financier and philanthropist In what ways do we manifest our appreciation

As the cooler months of the year approach, it’s important to ensure your garden is ready to withstand any obstacle Mother Nature may throw at it. Here at Doty Farm and Garden Supply, we are dedicated to helping your plants, lawns, and trees get the protection they need.   The first important tip is to fertilize

High-density citrus plantings are something many Florida citrus growers are turning to in order to try to maximize production in the face of citrus greening. The idea is simple enough: more trees per acre means higher harvests and shared inputs. However, there are many vital considerations that must be managed. Providing adequate nutrients through fertilizers

Despite the ongoing industry challenges, citrus is still royalty in Florida agriculture, and, like “the Royals” in England, royalty will get the headlines — in the Sunshine State especially but also across the nation. Once each month for 10 months out of each year, Florida citrus is guaranteed at least one headline — the report

You’ve waited (im)patiently for your new foal, and now it’s time to make sure they get the best start possible. Most mares will give birth without any assistance and will have all of the first steps completed before you even know the foal has arrived.  The umbilical cord will naturally tear at a weak point

Most families who have farm or ranch operations have worked hard for many years to ensure the financial success of their business. A big part of many farm business plans is the prudent management of land-based assets.  Handing over the responsibilities for these assets from older generations to younger generations can take many years. It’s

Ever seen a guy or gal walking the heels off of a pair worn-out boots? Or worse, maybe that’s you?  What you put on your feet has a huge impact on your productivity. It’s no secret that cheap boots will fall apart and wear out quickly. The next time you see somebody working in worn