Division of Marketing and Development
Nelson L. Mongiovi, Director
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Charles H. Bronson, Commissioner
News Archives
2008
- 05-06-08Three Florida teachers win "Excellence in Teaching About Agriculture Awards"
- 05-05-08Agriculture industry participation in
Ag Literacy Day grows
- 05-01-08Invasive grass gobbles up acreage in Florida
- 04-28-08Pandemic flu planning kit
for businesses unveiled
- 04-16-08Grant will fund Florida nursery crop partnership programs
- 04-10-08Five florida families receive
Century Pioneer Family Farm designation
- 04-10-08Florida observes Agriculture Literacy Day
- 04-01-08Researchers still puzzled by honeybee die-off
- 04-01-08Syrup-makers seek to preserve a sweet tradition
- 03-21-08Horse owners urged to update vaccinations
- 03-11-08Florida wines shine during international competition in Tampa
- 03-07-08Agriculture industry volunteers asked to read for Agriculture Literacy Day
- 03-06-08Cracker horse riders welcomed
on historic journey
- 02-29-08Wakulla and Gadsden properties recognized as
Century Pioneer Family Farms
- 02-22-08"Plate for a Plate" challenge to help spur sales of FFA specialty license plate
- 01-22-08"Farm To Fuel" grant winners announced;
projects to share in $25 million
- 01-09-08"Fresh From Florida Kids" to help
infants and toddlers develop healthy habits
- 01-02-08Trucking restrictions eased
to expedite transport of freeze-vulnerable crops
2007
- 12-19-07Florida Ag In The Classroom funds 25 teacher grant projects around the state
- 12-14-07Provisions in Farm Bill will help Florida growers
- 12-14-07Florida’s farmers and ranchers urged
to participate in Census of Agriculture
- 12-05-07Biofuel to be highlighted at Florida Ag Expo
- 12-04-07Florida-grown Christmas trees presented
to state leaders at Capitol
- 11-16-07Colleen Boggs of Homestead
named “Woman of the Year in Agriculture”
- 11-13-07Florida fruits and vegetables take center stage in New York’s Times Square
- 10-31-07Holmes and Lafayette properties recognized as Century Pioneer Family Farms
- 10-22-07Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame to induct four in 2008
- 10-16-07Fall marks seasonal opening of many
community farmers’ markets
- 10-11-07Food safety partnership with University of Florida announced
- 10-05-07Florida Agriculture Literacy Day set for April 10
- 10-05-07Florida approved for Adjusted Gross Revenue-Lite (AGR-Lite) crop insurance
- 10-04-07Environmental Leadership Awards to be presented in Daytona Beach
- 09-13-07Two north Florida properties recognized as Century Pioneer Family Farms
- 09-12-07Grants available for bio-energy projects
- 09-10-07Market research report on India
available to assist Florida exporters
- 08-20-07Bronson to tour new ethanol facility
- 08-10-07Pasco County ag dealer ordered to pay horticulture grower over $97,000
- 08-08-07Florida Ag In The Classroom to fund 21 volunteer grants
- 08-07-07Lake Okeechobee water level vital to agriculture
- 08-03-07National Farmers' Market Week proclaimed
- 07-31-07Two Florida properties recognized as
Century Pioneer Family Farms
- 07-30-07Horse owners reminded to update vaccinations
- 07-27-07Vote by U.S. House of Representatives on 2007 Farm Bill
- 07-25-07Florida declares "National Day of the American Cowboy"
- 07-17-07"Woman of the Year in Agriculture" award nomination deadline is November 1
- 06-13-07Hardee County property recognized as
Century Pioneer Family Farm
- 06-01-07Invasive scale insect threatens South Florida’s natural areas
- 05-30-07Nominations sought for
Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame
- 05-25-07First-of-its-kind food safety program
for Florida tomato growers
- 05-15-07Wakulla County property recognized as
Century Pioneer Family Farm
- 05-10-07Propane industry provides grilling safety tips for consumers
- 05-07-07Community Supported Agriculture
offers hope to Florida’s small family farms
- 05-01-07Non-native ambrosia beetle threatens redbay trees
- 04-19-07Florida Agricultural Museum receives grant funding
for new permanent exhibit
- 03-30-07Florida wildflowers to be showcased at
Epcot International Flower Festival
- 03-28-07Healthy eating campaign launched; more fruits and vegetables recommended
- 03-23-07Farm measure proposed by Florida's Congressional delegation lauded
- 03-21-07Alternative fuel summit to be held in St. Petersburg
- 03-14-07“Operation Cleansweep” collects 1 million pounds of pesticides
- 03-13-07Program to battle childhood obesity
- 03-12-07Elementary school students to kick off 2007 Florida Agriculture Literacy Day
- 03-07-07Florida properties recognized as Century Pioneer Family Farms
- 02-19-07Tax break for growers for some BMP costs
- 02-16-07Find your way back to the farm with Community Supported Agriculture
- 02-05-07"Fresh From Florida" to sponsor legendary Sebring Endurance Race
- 01-25-07“Fresh From Florida” race car kicks off Koni Challenge Series event
- 01-24-07Bureau of Agricultural Dealer’s Licenses
- 01-19-07Three South Florida events remaining in 'Super Bowl XLI Kickoff To Better Health'
- 01-18-07More Florida properties recognized as
Century Pioneer Family Farms
- 01-04-07Iris Wall of Indiantown named "Woman of the Year in Agriculture"
2006
- 12-21-06“Drop red gorgeous” Florida strawberries add style to winter
- 12-14-06“Fresh from Florida” racing team to compete in 2007 Grand-Am KONI Challenge
- 12-05-06Florida Christmas trees presented to state officials at Capitol
- 12-04-06Florida Ag in the Classroom awards 22 teacher grants
- 12-01-06Cracker cattle: living link to the past, hope for the future
- 11-20-06"Super Bowl XLI Kickoff To Better Health" campaign
- 11-09-06“Fresh From Florida” message takes to the streets
- 11-08-06Livestock assistance program
- 11-06-06Awareness campaign continues during Florida Classic Fan Fare in Orlando
- 11-01-06Farm-City Week emphasizes the value of the urban-rural partnership
- 10-24-06Jackson County property recognized as
Century Pioneer Family Farm
- 10-13-06Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame to induct five in 2007
- 10-05-06Brazilian beetle's appetite proving helpful
in destruction of invasive weed
- 10-05-06Environmental Leadership Awards to be presented
in Daytona Beach
- 10-03-06October marks seasonal opening of community farmers’ markets
- 10-02-06Florida ag museum recommended for grant to complete permanent exhibit
- 09-28-06Celebrate National 4-H Week, October 1-7
- 09-27-06Florida agriculture official receives prestigious national award
- 09-20-06Florida Ag in the Classroom awards 17 volunteer grants
- 09-18-06Demand for age- and source-verified calves creates opportunity
- 09-06-06“Cracker cowhunters” to hit the trail again
- 09-05-06Renewable energy organization’s steering committee appointment
- 08-31-06Farm to Fuel summit attendance exceeds expectations
- 08-10-06Florida takes top honors at the
Great American Seafood Cook-Off
- 08-09-06First-ever alternative fuel summit in Florida
- 08-07-06Marketing promotions increase sales of Florida produce by $394 million
- 07-25-06Major addition to the Florida Agricultural Museum
- 07-24-06Market research report on CAFTA-DR countries is now available
- 07-18-06New tax exemption for agricultural producers
- 07-11-06Awards presented to four agriscience teachers
- 07-07-06Woman of the Year in Agriculture Award
nomination deadline is November 1
- 07-06-06Florida Ag in the Classroom celebrates 20 years
- 07-06-06Florida Ag in the Classroom’s Outstanding Volunteers of the Year awards
- 07-03-06Get snap happy: Florida snap beans are available year round
- 06-30-06Florida Agriculture in the Classroom awards presented to three teachers
- 06-27-06Earth mothers: women in agriculture
- 06-23-06Meeting on the future of agriculture in Florida
- 06-22-06Gadsden County property recognized as
Century Pioneer Family Farm
- 06-16-06"Xtreme Cuisine Cooking School" teaches kids about healthy snacks
- 06-12-06Conference to help tap potential of biofuels
- 06-12-06Sample Florida’s tropical flavors: guavas and papayas
- 06-06-06Take the high road to your community farmers’ market
- 05-25-06Number of retailers participating in Florida watermelon promotion up 100 percent
- 05-18-06More Florida properties recognized as Century Pioneer Family Farms
- 05-17-06Nominations sought for Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame
- 05-10-06Gas prices increase farmers' production costs; alternative fuel promoted
- 05-05-06North Florida cornfield maze helps students learn about agriculture
- 05-05-06In praise of the “alligator pear” -- Florida avocado season is here
- 05-04-06Florida blueberries to be featured in Canada marketing promotion
- 05-01-06Fresh Florida mangos make summer even sweeter
- 04-26-06Salute to 4-H volunteers during National Volunteer Week
- 04-13-06North Florida properties recognized as Century Pioneer Family Farms
- 04-07-06Nettie Ruth Brown receives 4-H Lifetime Achievement Award
- 03-29-06Expanded marketing programs have increased sales of Florida products
- 03-27-06“Fresh From Florida” teams up with Publix to promote exercise events for kids
- 03-15-06Chill out with the lycopene leader: Florida watermelon season is here
- 03-14-06Third Florida Agriculture Literacy Day set for March 16
- 03-13-06Florida harvest is going strong and crops are now in the market
- 03-08-06More Florida properties recognized as Century Pioneer Family Farms
- 03-07-06Fresh Florida blueberries available March through June
- 02-22-06Market research project will help Florida growers increase exports
- 02-14-06Trucking restrictions eased following freeze to expedite transport of crops
- 02-13-06Digging the new Florida Sunlite™ potato
- 02-10-06Heads up: fresh Florida cabbage is available now
- 01-30-06Company to supply cabbage plants to third-graders
- 01-25-06Wal-Mart healthy eating promotion will feature Florida citrus juices
- 01-23-06Tomato supplies are up, so prices should go down
- 01-11-06USDA determines citrus canker eradication not feasible
- 01-11-06Campaign promotes Florida products to shoppers in United Kingdom
- 01-04-06How sweet it is: Florida strawberry season is here
2005
- 12-27-05Disaster relief for Agriculture
- 12-21-05“Planet Ag” helps students find science fair projects
- 12-16-05WIC/ Farmers' Market Nutrition Program is a win-win situation
- 12-14-05Marlene Strickland named Woman of the Year in Agriculture
- 12-13-05Salad days: lettuce, tomatoes, and other Florida vegetables
- 11-22-05Wal-Mart promotes Florida-grown produce after Hurricane Wilma
- 11-21-05Keep food safety in mind during the holidays
- 11-17-05Exports of Florida horses on the rise
- 11-16-05Agriculture disaster aid bill lauded
- 11-14-05Major retailer to promote Florida products in Central America and Caribbean
- 11-12-05Soothe your soul with Florida sweet corn
- 11-09-05Awareness campaign promotes good nutrition and healthy lifestyle
- 11-09-05Farm-City Week emphasizes the value of the urban-rural partnership
- 11-08-05Bailey property qualifies for Century Pioneer Family Farm Program
- 11-02-05Beville property qualifies for Century Pioneer Family Farm Program
- 11-02-05Emergency "bridge loans" available for small businesses impacted by Wilma
- 10-12-05Florida eggplant is your passport to culinary adventure
- 10-12-05Pep it up with Florida peppers
- 10-11-05Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame to induct five in 2006
- 10-07-05Agricultural-Environmental Leadership Awards to be presented in Orlando
- 09-26-05New marketing cooperative may be key to survival for Florida’s honey industry
- 09-12-05More than just a garnish: Florida’s ravishing radish
- 09-12-05Florida’s “coolest” commodity: the cucumber
- 08-31-05Truck weight restrictions eased to expedite transport of agricultural products
- 08-18-05“Xtreme Cuisine” teaches students about healthy after-school snacks
- 08-12-05Florida squash is a favorite that’s available nearly year-round
- 08-11-05Florida awarded federal funding for agricultural marketing and research
- 08-10-05Florida watermelon marketing promotion increases retail sales $9.5 million
- 07-13-05Carambola adds star power to summer meals
- 06-23-05Deadline for "Woman of the Year in Agriculture" nominations is November 1
- 06-14-05License and bond law more "ag-friendly"
- 06-07-05Beach volleyball series to promote "Fresh From Florida" message
- 06-06-05South Florida event to promote healthy eating and exercise
- 06-03-05Promotion on June 25 to feature Florida watermelon
- 05-20-05Nominations sought for Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame
- 03-30-05Pilot project for cattle identification system announced
- 03-23-05Marketing initiatives receive Addy Awards
- 03-14-05Florida school children to participate in Ag Literacy Day March 17
- 02-25-05Federal grant to restore oyster reefs damaged by Hurricane Ivan
- 02-16-05Reverse trade mission planned to spur exports of Florida cattle to Puerto Rico
- 01-26-05Jacksonville health fair promotes healthy eating and exercise
- 01-18-05Public perceives tomato shortage despite Florida's abundant crop
- 01-14-05Food Check-Out Day is February 7
2004
- 12-28-04NAP crop coverage deadline is February 28
- 12-07-04Florida Christmas trees presented
at Capitol
- 12-03-04Martina "Teena" Borek named Woman
of Year in Agriculture
- 11-22-04Promotion increases Florida produce sales by $254
million
- 11-17-04Food safety measures urged for
the holiday season
- 11-10-04Century Pioneer Family Farm program honors contributions to Florida's history
- 11-08-04Farm-City week salutes the efforts
of all those who make agriculture work
- 11-01-04Campaign raises awareness
of obesity-related illnesses in African Americans
- 10-26-04Funds to aid recovery of Florida's farmers and forests
- 10-19-04Promotion combats obesity-related
diseases among Hispanics
- 10-15-04Ag-Environmental Leadership Awards
presented
- 10-14-04Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame
to induct five in 2005
- 10-04-04Tampa native Charles Pesano to
head Florida State Fair
- 09-30-04Despite storm damage, Florida farmers will be back soon
- 09-24-04Federal assistance will help Florida
growers get back to producing
- 09-22-04Multi-agency response to animal
needs during hurricanes
- 09-10-04Storm-related losses will surpass
$2 billion
- 09-01-04Declaration of agricultural disaster sought for 13 counties
- 08-19-04Highway weight restrictions lifted for storm-ravaged areas
- 07-19-04Department will help Florida growers
market low-carb potato
- 07-09-04Carambola: The star of Florida's
tropical fruit
- 07-08-04Deadline for Woman of the Year
In Agriculture nominations is November 1
- 05-27-04Nominations sought for Florida
Agricultural Hall of Fame
- 05-18-04Discover Florida's tropical secrets
- 04-27-04Florida watermelon promotion
targets shoppers in midwest and eastern U.S.
- 04-19-04Florida tropical fruits add
flavor to summer
- 03-03-04Referendum set to decide
assessment paid by tobacco growers
- 02-24-04Department receives awards
for marketing promotions
- 02-13-04Florida citrus producers
approve research and marketing order
- 02-03-04Florida produce promotion
expands across North America
- 01-06-04Jennie Lee Zipperer named
Woman of the Year in Agriculture
2003
- 12-16-03Referendum set for citrus research
marketing order
- 12-02-03Florida Christmas trees to brighten
Capitol offices
- 10-27-03Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame
to induct five in 2004
- 10-23-03New FDA bioterrorism registration
- 10-17-03Ag-Environmental
Leadership Awards to be presented
- 10-14-03New open air community farmers'
market to open in Sanford
- 09-11-03Additional assistance for Franklin
County oyster industry
- 08-25-03Fresh-2-U encourages kids to eat
more fruits and vegetables
- 08-13-03Deadline for Woman of the Year
in Agriculture nominations
- 08-06-03Marketing promotions increase
produce sales $173 million
- 05-30-03Sailors and Marines received welcome
home gift of oranges
- 05-01-03Florida to send 1,200 cartons
of fresh citrus to U.S. troops
- 04-08-03Nutrition program to benefit at
risk mothers and children
- 03-10-03Greetings From Your Florida Farmers
produce promotion
- 03-03-03Department receives awards for
marketing promotions
- 02-10-03Florida produce marketing campaign
in Northeast, Canada
- 01-30-03Survey showing consumers concerned
about country of origin
- 01-10-03Participate in the U.S. Census
of Agriculture
- 01-02-03Annette Barnett Land named Woman
of the Year in Agriculture
2002
- 12-02-02Florida Christmas trees presented
to Governor and Commissioner
- 10-30-02Ag-Environmental Leadership
Awards to be presented
- 10-10-02Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame
to induct four in 2003
- 09-23-02Planet Ag helps students develop
science fair projects
- 09-17-022002 Florida Agricultural Fast
Facts Directory now available
- 08-28-02Trade delegation to tour Florida
seafood companies
- 08-23-02Nominations for Woman of the Year
in Agriculture accepted
- 08-06-02New kid friendly cooking guide
available
- 07-17-02Marketing promotions increase Florida
produce sales $80 million
- 07-08-02Groundbreaking for produce distribution
facility in Sanford
- 07-02-02Sales of Florida aquaculture products
top $99 million
- 06-28-02Nominations sought for Agricultural
Hall of Fame
- 06-18-02$5 million in federal grants to
promote, market Florida products
- 05-24-02State partnership with produce
distributor in Sanford
- 05-14-02Latest Florida agricultural export
initiative targets India market
- 05-06-02Students win awards for ag science
projects
- 04-12-02Trade delegation from Australia
and New Zealand
- 04-08-02Negotiate sale of Florida cattle
to Puerto Rico
- 04-05-02Farmers' Market Nutrition Program
for mothers and children
- 03-06-02Trade initiative to open China
market to Florida wood products
- 03-05-02Series of seminars to explore community-supported
agriculture
- 03-05-02Seminole County 4 H team wins
LifeSmarts state championship
- 02-14-02Marketing campaign to boost sales
of produce, bring vacationers
- 01-14-02Awareness campaign to show economic
value of agriculture
2001
- 12-11-01Barbara Carlton named Woman of
the Year in Agriculture
- 11-14-01Florida wine presented at Epcot
Food and Wine Festival
- 10-25-01Ag-Environmental Awards for two
farming operations
- 10-22-01Department partners with Florida
4-H to recruit volunteers
- 10-11-01Forestry Awareness Day set for
October 20
- 09-25-01Celebrate Florida National Seafood
Month in October
- 09-20-01Planet Ag helps students develop
science fair projects
- 09-20-01Seminars to help Florida growers
export products
- 09-12-01Florida farm cash receipts increased
1.4 percent in 2000
- 07-26-01National Farmers' Market Week is
August 5-11
- 07-12-01Students win awards for ag science
projects
- 06-27-01Locally grown produce available
to buyers in Daytona Beach
- 06-15-01Nominations for Woman of the Year
in Agriculture accepted
- 06-13-01Relief for drought impacted farmers
- 06-08-01Nominations sought for Agricultural
Hall of Fame
- 06-07-01Export promotion grants available
- 05-22-01Chief of Florida Farmers' Markets
to head national association
- 05-18-01Animal disease training exercise
- 05-16-01Law enforcement to help reduce
agricultural crime
- 05-14-01Florida Agriculture Commissioner
takes oath of office
- 05-10-01Commissioner of Agriculture named
by Governor
- 03-01-01Agriculture Department wins advertising
awards
- 02-28-01Four-year drought causes half-billion
dollars in crop losses
- 01-10-01Helen Houck named Woman of the
Year in Agriculture
2000
- 11-20-00Ag-Environmental Awards for two
farming operations
- 10-16-00Remember pets in hurricane preparation
- 10-13-00Trade Leads: Florida's agriculture's
global connection
- 10-10-00New biological control of plant
pest
- 10-05-00Federal assistance for Dade farmers
hit by flooding
- 10-04-00Weather School 2000 seminars for
Florida farmers
- 08-31-00Record sales for Florida farmers
- 07-17-00Department helps Florida growers
in newly opened China market
- 07-04-00American blue crab is a gourmet's
delight
- 06-23-00Students win awards for agricultural
science projects
- 06-23-00Division of Forestry offers newest
crop of seedlings
- 06-20-00Six-billionth forest tree planted
- 06-19-00Seminar to help Florida growers
export products to China
- 05-31-00Nominations for Woman of the Year
in Agriculture accepted
- 05-31-00Seminars to help Florida growers
export products to China
- 05-25-00Florida aquaculture is live on
the web
- 04-24-00Red, white and blue for your barbecue
- 04-12-00Florida citrus sales in China
- 04-06-00Florida's agri literacy campaign
to visit nation's capital
- 03-28-00Florida citrus comes to downtown
Beijing market
- 03-22-00First U.S. citrus shipment to China
- 02-25-00Fresh from Florida label gaining
consumer recognition
- 02-25-00Two Florida wineries win best
of show at Florida State Fair
- 01-18-00Arbor Day in Florida will be observed
on January 21
- 01-05-00Vina Jean Banks named Woman of
the Year in Agriculture
1999
- 12-10-99Florida Christmas Tree Association
presents trees
- 11-24-99Chinese delegation visits
Florida
- 11-15-99U.S.- China WTO agreement
- 11-05-99Hotline established for shellfish
information
- 10-29-99Horse owners to be aware
of EIA
- 10-27-99WTO ministerial conference
in Seattle
- 10-25-99Federal assistance; storm
damage reaches $400 million
- 10-20-99Resolution honoring fruit
company
10-14-99Ag-Environmental Awards for
three farming operations
- 10-13-99Delegation to China
- 10-08-99Office in China to promote
citrus sales
- 10-04-99Planet Ag helps students
explore world of ag science
- 10-01-99Disaster assistance extended
for tree planting
- 09-30-99Board organized to administer
tobacco program
- 09-30-99Oriental fruit fly eradicated
from Central Florida
- 09-20-99Release of two new citrus
varieties
- 09-09-99October is Florida Seafood
and Aquaculture Month
- 09-08-99Chairman of Plant City State
Farmers' Market Board
- 08-30-99Florida wineries win honors
in international competition
- 08-19-99Record agricultural sales
- 08-19-99Wilhelm to head new Division
of Aquaculture
- 08-13-99Government of Turkey seeking
bids for dairy breeding cattle
- 07-27-99Aglink program helps companies
develop trade ties
- 07-20-99Produce firms invited to
participate in trade show
- 07-13-99Oyster restoration program
begins in Big Bend region
- 07-12-99Poultry producers take steps
to improve practices
- 07-09-99Students win awards for agricultural
science projects
- 06-16-99Nominations For Woman of
Year in Agriculture accepted
- 06-14-99Opening of citrus testing
facility
- 06-11-99Destruction of African bees
- 06-10-99Foreign labeling violations
continue to mount
- 06-10-99Meeting with WTO officials
over trade
- 06-08-99Nominations sought for Agricultural
Hall of Fame
- 06-04-99Trade agreements must be
fair
- 06-02-99Supply of pine seedlings
limited; mew ordering system
- 05-26-99Logo will help consumers
identify kosher products
- 05-25-99$2.7 million disaster assistance
for forest landowners
- 05-12-99Meeting to discuss trade
issues
- 05-06-99Agricultural license and
bond information online
- 04-15-99Florida's watermelon harvest
begins
- 04-05-99Champion youth and animals
recognized at State Fair
- 04-02-99Export promotion grants available
- 03-31-99Alligator farming conserving
a natural resource
- 03-23-99Animal protection resolution
- 03-01-99Sterile Medflies to be released
in Miami
- 02-26-99Action against produce firm
for mislabeling produce
- 02-24-99Workshop set on new ocean
shipping regulations
- 02-04-99Florida forestry forum to
be held in Ocala
- 02-03-99LifeSmarts finals set for
Florida State Fair
- 01-25-99Agreement to protect Suwannee
basin
- 01-20-99Wine competition featured
at Florida State Fair
- 01-19-99State agencies to review
prescribed fire, air quality
1998
- 12-15-98Nancy Hardy named Woman of Year
in Agriculture
- 12-09-98Florida Christmas Tree Association
presents trees
- 12-03-98Nearly 1,500 country-of-origin
labeling violations
- 12-02-98Students in grades 1-4 can win
Fresh Friends game
- 11-09-98Food recovery program is year round
effort
- 11-02-98Florida winery wins international
recognition
- 10-20-98Captain Put featured at Apalachicola
Seafood Festival
- 10-19-98Survey of forestry management practices
released
- 10-16-98Ag-Environmental Awards to Longino
Ranch, V&W Farms
- 10-13-98Forestry Incentives Program offers
assistance to landowners
- 09-30-98Continuation of Florida Forests
Forever Showvan tour
- 09-25-98White shrimp are in abundant supply
- 09-18-98Planet Ag helps students explore
world of ag science
- 08-12-98Agrichemical handling manual available
- 08-10-98Hay donation for drought stricken
farmers
- 07-21-98Help for forest landowners hurt
by wildfires
- 07-14-98Agribusiness firms invited to food
trade shows
- 07-07-98Time to order seedlings for tree
planting season
- 06-25-98States responding to plea for hay
supplies
- 06-24-98Department seeking sources of hay
for cattlemen
- 06-22-98Drought and heat taking toll
- 06-10-98Nominations for Woman of Year in
Agriculture accepted
- 06-08-98Plan now to care for livestock
in event of a hurricane
- 06-08-98Aerial treatments will hasten
program's completion
- 06-05-98Steps to minimize impact of aerial
spraying
- 06-03-98Florida aquaculture sales total
$102 million in 1997
- 05-23-98Medfly population remains high
in core
- 05-19-98Chinese delegation to discuss Florida
citrus exports
- 05-14-98Sterile Medfly plan
- 05-05-98Export promotion grants available
- 05-04-98Red, white and blue for your barbecue
- 04-30-98Treatment to begin in Medfly operation
- 04-28-98Additional trapping begins after
Medfly discovered
- 04-23-98Sterile flies to be used in Medfly
eradication effort
- 04-22-98Fruits and vegetables to be provided
to needy
- 04-17-98Medfly eradicated from Central
Florida
- 04-16-98Students win awards for ag science
projects
- 04-13-98Florida forests in spotlight of
Earth Day observance
- 04-13-98Illegal products pose risk to
Florida
- 04-09-98AgVenture Services program to assist
entrepreneurs
- 04-06-98Forest management practices protecting
Florida's water
- 04-02-98Florida reaching brucellosis free
status
- 03-20-98Action against unlicensed agricultural
dealer
- 03-19-98Workshop on developing Florida's
marine aquaculture
- 03-18-98Agriculture Week celebrated in
Florida
- 03-17-98Disaster relief available to farmers
in six counties
- 03-10-98Ag exhibitors sought for international
trade show
- 02-27-98Crop damage estimated at $100 million
- 02-25-98State and federal agencies sponsor
farm worker meetings
- 02-25-98Department wins seven top advertising
awards
- 02-24-98Agventure Services program to assist
entrepreneurs
- 02-10-98Southern produce promoted in the
United Kingdom
- 02-06-98Citrus growers approve research
marketing order
- 02-04-98Florida beef breeding stock being
shipped to Brazil
- 01-28-98Survey of aquaculture producers
begins
- 01-27-98Agventure Services program to assist
entrepreneurs
- 01-12-98Department will offer seminars
on ag exporting
- 01-08-98New food safety standards implemented
for seafood
- 01-07-98Gertrude Carey named Woman of Year
in Agriculture
1997
- 10-23-97Ag-Environmental Leadership Award to Anclote River Ranch
- 01-10-97Norma Stokes named Woman of the Year in Agriculture
1996
- 11-04-96Ag-Environmental Awards for three farming operations
- 01-12-96Woman of the Year in Agriculture winners announced
1995
- 12-05-95Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame honors five in 1996
- 11-06-95Ag-Environmental Leadership Awards for seven Florida farming operations
- 01-04-95Anne Wardlaw Dickinson named Woman of the Year In Agriculture
1994
- 12-09-94Four to be inducted into Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame
- 10-24-94Ag-Environmental Leadership Awards for six Florida farming operations
- 01-03-94
Sarah W. Bailey is Woman of the Year in Agriculture for 1993
1993
- 10-20-93Four to be inducted into Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame
1992
- 10-26-92Five to be inducted in Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame on February 9
1991
- 12-19-91Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame to induct four on February 11
- 02-12-91
Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame to induct four
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