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Signs of the Season: Cattle Are an Integral Part of Florida Economy
sponsored by Farm Credit of Central Florida by TERESA SCHIFFER When people think of cattle, not too many envision Florida as a major producer of livestock. However, Florida has a
Meet the New PCCA Sweetheart
Peyton Chandley Talks About the Beef Industry and Her Goals by ANNABEL ROCHA Eighth-generation cattle rancher Peyton Chandley is proud to represent Polk County as the 2022-2023 Cattlemen’s Association
Setting a Path for the Future
Scarlett Jackson Working on Establishing Ag Education Standards by PAMELA PALONGUE Where do the farmers of tomorrow learn the skills needed for contemporary agriculture, which may involve business management skills
Buzzing With Bees Day Camp
Youths to Learn Why Bees Are So Important by LUIS R. RODRIGUEZ, Small Farms Agent, UF/IFAS Extension Polk County, & SHREEMOYEE GHOSH, 4-H Youth Development Agent, UF/IFAS Extension Polk County
In the Heartland: Avon Park’s Bullock Farms Expanding Into Produce
by PAUL CATALA Since 2013, things have been fishy for Rob Bullock. But since Feb. 1, 2022, Bullock, owner of Avon Park’s Bullock Farms, has been “vegging out” as he
FFA Corner: Polk County Celebrates National FFA Week 2022
by JESSICA ANDERSON National FFA Week 2022 proved to be a fun and exciting week for FFA members from various chapters to gather together and encourage each other in
The Critical Need for Youth Leaders
Sarah Rogers runs a bit of a livestock library for her fellow 4-Hers and FFAers in Plant City. The youngest users pet and cuddle Rogers’ rabbits, getting their first
Signs of the Season: Florida Leads Nation in Tangerine Production
sponsored by Farm Credit of Central Florida Tangerines are a sweet, succulent treat that can be easily peeled for a fun and healthy snack. Florida is the number one producer
New Florida Farm Bureau District 5 Field Rep
Ellen Cruz Eager to Use Ag Background and Degree in Role by TERESA SCHIFFER Central Florida Ag News welcomes new Florida Farm Bureau District 5 Field Representative Ellen Cruz!
Three Decades and Thriving
Agri-Fest Adapts to Stay Relevant Over the Years After a year of virtual-only events, Polk County Agri-Fest returns in 2022 with both in-person and virtual opportunities for students to become
