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Florida Poly Research Sets Sights on Citrus Greening by MATT COBBLE photo courtesy of Florida Polytechnic University Florida Citrus growers will soon have another weapon in their arsenal for the
Hoof-ing a Good Time
Florida Sport Horse Club is a Natural Fit for These Locals by MARY TOOTHMAN It’s clear members of the Florida Sport Horse Club are into horses in a big way.
FFA Alumni Spotlight: Meet Keri Greenwood
By Abby Crawford Though she’s from Hillsborough County, Keri Greenwood has called Polk County “home” for the last four years and plans to keep it just that for years
Sarasota County Schools Celebrate Florida Food
by MARY TOOTHMAN In today’s dining culture — with all the modern commonalities of fast food, frozen meals, and other quick ways to gulp down some food — young
H.E.A.R.T. Village: A Local Organization With Global Ambitions
by TIM CRAIG For over 30 years, sustainability has been an integral part of the H.E.A.R.T. Village, a small nonprofit tucked about a mile from the nearest paved road
Florida’s Blueberry Harvest Recap
Solid Production Overshadowed By Falling Prices by TERES SCHIFFER Since the early 1990s, Florida has had the blueberry market cornered for a few precious weeks in late March and early
David Weber is No Stranger to Blueberries
by DAPHNE RENELUIS A central Florida resident since 1980, David Weber has become a staple in the central Florida blueberry industry. Weber developed an interest in blueberries and agriculture
Q&A with Miss Florida Citrus Queen, Michaela McLean
by MARY TOOTHMAN Since Michaela Grace McLean was awarded the title of Miss Florida Citrus Queen earlier this year, her dance card has been filling up quickly. The 21-year old
Beef Cattle Getting Genetic Makeover
by ERIKA ALDRICH photo by MARC HELLER/E&E News There’s no mistaking that The Sunshine State sees its share of hot weather, and Florida beef cattle feel the heat too. Recent
Keitha Bennett is Helping to Shape the Next Generation of Agriculture
by TIM CRAIG From her office, Keitha Bennett gets one of best glimpses at the growth and future of Florida agriculture. As coordinator of the Agricultural Education Services and Technology