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Looking to Reduce Spray Drift in the Grove? Follow These Tips
Spray drift is when a sprayed pesticide, herbicide, or fungicide reaches areas beyond the targeted...
Support the Future of Ag at the Youth Fair
It’s officially fair season here in Central Florida, and Polk County’s youths — we like...
Colic in Horses: Signs to Watch for and When to Call the Veterinarian
Colic is a general term used to describe abdominal pain in horses and is one...
Technology and Innovation Power Polk County’s Future
Innovation is no longer a future aspiration for Polk County – it is happening now...
Boost Citrus Productivity With Nutrient Management
Florida soils are notoriously sandy with low nutrient- and water-holding capacities; this means that Florida...
Tyson Plant Closure Sends Shockwave Through Market
In late November, Tyson Foods announced plans to permanently close its beef processing plant in...
Is Your Horse at Risk for EHV?
Equine herpesvirus (EHV) and its neurologic form, Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM), have become a focus...
The Aviation Industry Continues to Thrive in Polk’s Wide Open Spaces
Polk County is soaring into the future, powered by a thriving aviation industry anchored by...
The Growing Manufacturing Industry Benefits Everyone in Polk
Manufacturing is on the rise across the United States – and Polk County stands out...
3 Factors to Consider Before You Buy Crop Insurance
For the past few years, Florida orange growers who had an Actual Production History (APH)...
Proposal to Import Argentine Beef Skips More Viable Option
President Trump’s recent proposal to increase beef imports from Argentina has sparked a heated debate...
Battling Bot Flies: Tiny Pest, Big Problem
Bot flies may be small, but their impact on a horse’s health can be substantial...
Government Shutdown Slows Approval Process for Soilcea Tree
The current shutdown of the federal government may have slowed the approval process of one...
Proteins, Peptides Play Pivotal Role in HLB Resistance
In the expansive fight to save Florida citrus from HLB, the tiniest molecular factors may...
Growing Businesses Fuel Jobs for Polk’s Expanding Population
With a 2025 population estimate of 852,878 (U.S. Census), the county is quickly becoming a...
Don’t Forget the Teeth: Why Equine Dental Health Deserves Your Attention
When it comes to caring for your horse, you probably think first about their hooves...
Nutrients a Big Part of the 5Rs of Sustainable Citrus Production
Sustainability is the name of the game in the citrus industry in the HLB era;...
Rising Screwworm Cases in Mexico Put U.S. Livestock at Risk
The New World screwworm (NWS) is a devastating pest that was eradicated from the United...
Get the Inside Scoop at the Financial Management Conference
Run a family farm? Support ag clients? If you’re involved in Florida agriculture in any...
Researchers Find Connection Between Potassium, Sweeter Citrus
As one of the “Big 3”—the name for the three main macronutrients needed by plants—it...