By Clint Thompson The Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (GFVGA) continues to prioritize its farmers and promote an even playing field when discussions center on trade. Its leadership recently visited with legislative leaders and those with a vested interest in the looming Farm Bill. Chris Butts, executive vice president of the GFVGA, discussed his organization’s trip to Washington D.C. …
Sakata Seed Focused on Florida and the Southeast
Working with growers in Florida and the Southeast has been a critical element in Sakata Seed America’s success. The focus on these regions has resulted in producing vegetable varieties bred to perform in the southern climate and soil types. The Fort Myers Research Station is home to a breeding hub for three of the company’s most important crops — tomato, …
Thank You for a Great Florida Grower Citrus Show!
Dear Growers, Exhibitors, Sponsors, Industry Members and Friends, On behalf of AgNet Media, we sincerely appreciate the support of the exhibitors, sponsors and growers who attended the Florida Grower Citrus Show. The new location and refreshed format were a great success. The tailgate-style tradeshow was an exciting addition. We want to thank the exhibitors and sponsors. Without them, events like …
Scenes From the Show
The Florida Grower Citrus Show was a hit! Check out some photos from the event. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundNovember 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024SECURE FUNDING NOW | USDA-Sponsored Farming Project Underway in the Southern PiedmontFebruary 1, 2024
Tomorrow Is Show Time!
Get ready for a jam-packed day of educational sessions, networking and flavorful food tastings. Doors to the 2023 Florida Grower Citrus Show open at 8:00 a.m., and a hot breakfast will be served. If you didn’t preregister, on-site registration will be available at the entrance of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service, U.S. Horticultural Research Laboratory. The …
Last Chance to Preregister!
The last chance to preregister for the Florida Grower Citrus Show is Friday, April 7, at 12:00 p.m. Here is all you need to know before you go. Show Agenda Thursday, April 13 8:00 a.m. Registration begins/Breakfast served 9:00 a.m. General session begins 11:10 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Lunch break 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Concurrent citrus and vegetable sessions Tailgate …
Don’t Miss The Florida Grower Citrus Show!
The 2023 Florida Grower Citrus Show is not your average trade show. In less than one month, the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Indian River Research and Education Center and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service, U.S. Horticultural Research Laboratory in Ft. Pierce will host the show. Seminars will be packed with …
Speaker Spotlight: Scott Adkins
This year, AgNet Media is expanding the Florida Grower Citrus Show to include vegetable seminars. Scott Adkins, U.S. Department of Agriculture research leader, will be talking about what’s new in vegetable viruses and detector dogs during the afternoon breakout session. Adkins will discuss new and emerging problems that come with Florida’s sub-tropical climate. His talk will highlight a new way …
The Tailgate Party Is Almost Here!
The 2023 Florida Grower Citrus Show is April 13! Exhibitors are preparing their tasty dishes for the tailgate party. Make sure to swing by the following exhibits and fill up in between seminar sessions. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundNovember 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024SECURE FUNDING NOW | USDA-Sponsored Farming Project Underway in the Southern PiedmontFebruary …
Speaker Spotlight: Tripti Vashisth
The Florida Grower Citrus Show is next month, and the lineup of speakers is one you won’t want to miss. Tripti Vashisth, associate professor and citrus Extension specialist at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Citrus Research and Education Center, will be talking about the potential of plant growth regulators (PGRs) in rejuvenating HLB-affected citrus. PGRs …