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Florida’s Agricultural Innovations Ensure More Food Choices and an Economic Boost
by J. SCOTT ANGLE Last summer’s historic heat in the West scorched our food supply. It threatened workers’ health, shriveled crops, and stressed water resources. More frequent extreme weather
Signs of the Season: Ornamental, Horticulture Industries Play Big Role in State’s Economy
by TERESA SCHIFFER Sponsored by Farm Credit of Central Florida Florida’s subtropical climate means the state is well-suited for the mass cultivation of ornamental and tropical plants for the rest
An Eye Toward the Future
Woman of the Year in Ag Angela TenBroeck Focusing on Sustainability by PAUL CATALA Angela TenBroeck’s agricultural roots stem back to the 18th century when her ancestors began working
Polk Gears Up for Youth Fair
This year’s event, set for January 22-28, will have familiar favorites and a new event. by CATHERINE CERVONE photo by TOM HAGERTY (2020) The Polk County Youth Fair is
Family Trees
Father’s Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Dream Blossoms Under Daughter’s Direction by TIM CRAIG In a way, Alexis Caffrey was raised into her role. Caffrey, in her 11th year as director
Recognizing Citrus Giants
Three Chosen for 2022 Citrus Hall of Fame by HEATHER MACHOVINA The Florida Citrus Hall of Fame honors prominent leaders in the Florida citrus industry who have made significant contributions
THE FUTURE OF AGRICULTURE IS COMING
The increasing cost of production is on everyone’s mind this year. Farm income is expected to reach $113 billion in 2021, due mostly to strong market prices and global demand.
Alternative Power
Floating Solar Panels Introduce New Possibilities for Ag by PAMELA PALONGUE Many people, including those in the agriculture sector, are embracing a new type of solar power technology that
The Future Is Taking Shape Right Now
The Gulf Coast Research and Education Center demonstrated once again at the recent Florida Ag Expo where the future of Florida agriculture is happening today. I was proud to
Signs of the Season: Sponsored by Farm Credit of Central Florida
by TERESA SCHIFFER Sponsored by Farm Credit of Central Florida When we think of corn, we often envision the expansive cornfields of the Midwest. But since the 1940s, the
