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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...
Investing in Site Readiness Powers Industrial Opportunities
Polk County has benefited from Duke Energy’s Florida Site Readiness program, and it’s showcasing three...
Hoof Punctures in Horses
Horses are remarkable athletes with solid hoof walls but that can be deceiving. A puncture...
Silvec Biologics Closing In On Approval
Of the tools that have surfaced as possible workarounds for citrus greening, the Silvec Biologics...
Come Get CRAFTy With Us
Now that the initial excitement about the $104.5 million budget allotment for CRAFT begins to...
Polk Well-Represented in Rural and Family Lands Protection Program List
Launched in 2001, the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program is a landmark initiative by...
Top Tools for Managing Nutrients: Soil Sampling and Leaf Tissue Analysis
In citrus, managing nutrients effectively is a must for optimal production, especially in the era...
Frostproof Business Park’s Unique Location Makes it a Desirable Site for Almost Any Industrial Business
Citrus has long been the foundation of Polk County’s economy, and now new industries are...
Arthritis in Senior Horses: How You Can Help Keep Them Comfortable
As horses age, they often face various health challenges, with arthritis being one of the...