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Signs of the Season
Ornamental, Horticulture Industries Significant to Florida Economy The horticulture and ornamental industry is a large part of Florida’s robust agriculture industry, and The Sunshine State is the second-largest producer of
Keep things running in the toughest conditions-Sponsored by Perkins Power
Farming as a career isn’t always an easy road. No one signs up for it to coast, but because farmers are passionate about what they do. But that doesn’t
Garden Respite
Lakeland’s 1.2-Acre Hollis Garden Delights and Mesmerizes by MARY TOOTHMAN The city of Lakeland has its share of treasures, and one that is a particular point of pride is the
Industry’s Best
Meet the 2020 Citrus Hall of Fame Inductees The Citrus Hall of Fame has announced its latest round of inductees to add to the long list of distinguished individuals who
Healing Power of Nature
University of Florida Teaching Horticulture Therapy by TERESA SCHIFFER In this technologically driven world we live in now, where information moves at the speed of light and we often feel
Cultivating Communication
Auburndale FFA Member Jacquelyn Edler Wins Essay Contest Connecting Agriculture Consumers, Producers by PAUL CATALA Jacquelyn Edler hopes to someday land a career in the creative fields of animation or
Taste of Something New
UF/IFAS Scientists Developing Recipe for Growing Vanilla in South Florida by LOURDES RODRIGUEZ, UF/IFAS correspondent A tablespoon of vanilla goes a long way. As a key spice in baking, the
Business in Bloom
Sunshine Growers’ Versatility Is Behind Record Poinsettia Crop Walk into a Publix during the holiday season and you’ll pass a display of beautiful red and white poinsettias. If you look
Drone’s-Eye View
Aerobotics Brings Technological Edge to Agriculture by TERESA SCHIFFER There is a new technology being deployed by farmers across the country to aid in monitoring and managing the farmland. Welcome
A Greater Good
Michelle Stagner Offers Glimpse Into How White Horse Ranch CARES by PAUL CATALA Since the first horses and cows took up temporary residence on the ranch’s 80-plus acres situated not