Scouting, Early Detection Key to Watermelon Disease Management
By Clint Thompson Scouting and correct diagnosis of diseases will be key steps in North Florida watermelon growers managing this…
SCFBA Co-Chair Optimistic in Farm Bill’s Passage
By Clint Thompson The passage of the Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026 through the House Ag Committee…
Welcomed Rainfall for North Florida Watermelon Producers
By Clint Thompson An extremely dry North Florida region was hit with much-needed rainfall on Monday. That was a welcomed…
Fun, Informative Day at Florida Citrus Show
By Clint Thompson The Florida Citrus Show on Thursday provided attendees a fun, informative day to learn about citrus and…
U.S. and Mexico: Preliminary USMCA Discussions Set to Begin Week of March 16
Two of the three countries in the USMCA agreement announced last week their intentions to begin talks the week of…
Southeast Alabama Strawberry Producers ‘Cautiously Optimistic’
By Clint Thompson Strawberries are nearing harvest season in Southeast Alabama. Neil Kelly, Alabama regional Extension agent in Southeast Alabama,…
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Alternatives to Copper Needed for Citrus Canker Management
Florida citrus producers have long used copper as a way to protect against citrus canker. However, it’s time for growers…
Rainfall Needed: North Florida Watermelon Plantings Begin Amid Extreme Drought
By Clint Thompson North Florida watermelon plantings have commenced in the Suwanee Valley. Water is a key resource in helping…
Specialty Crop Grower Magazine: Ag Interests Eye Truck Driver Rules
By Frank Giles Recent high-profile stories of tragic accidents involving truck drivers who are not citizens of the United States…
Vidalia Onion Field Day Scheduled for April 2
Georgia Vidalia onion producers should mark their calendars for Thursday, April 2, for the Vidalia Onion Field Day. It is…
Diversification Taking Root in Georgia Citrus
The Georgia Citrus Association celebrated its 10th anniversary at its recent annual meeting. Much has changed in the industry over…
U.S. Horticulture Operations Report $18.3 Billion in Sales
(Washington, D.C., February 26, 2026) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) recently released the 2024…
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